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Tilden Precinct
Location in Randolph County
Location in Randolph County
Country United States
State Illinois
County Randolph
Area
 • Total 22.56 sq mi (58.42 km2)
 • Land 22.44 sq mi (58.12 km2)
 • Water 0.12 sq mi (0.31 km2)  0.5%
Elevation
449 ft (137 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 1,156
 • Density 51.250/sq mi (19.788/km2)
GNIS feature ID 1928660

Tilden Precinct is a small area located in Randolph County, Illinois, in the USA. It is a type of local government area. In 2010, about 1,156 people lived there.

What is a Precinct?

A precinct is like a small neighborhood or district. It is used to help organize elections. People who live in a precinct vote at a specific place. This makes voting easier for everyone.

How Precincts Work

Each precinct has clear borders. These borders show where one precinct ends and another begins. This helps make sure everyone votes in the right place. It also helps count votes accurately.

Geography of Tilden Precinct

Tilden Precinct is in the state of Illinois. It covers an area of about 58.42 square kilometers (22.56 square miles). This area includes both land and a small amount of water.

Where is Tilden Precinct Located?

Tilden Precinct is part of Randolph County. Randolph County is in the southwestern part of Illinois. This area is known for its farms and small towns.

Population and People

In 2010, Tilden Precinct had 1,156 residents. The number of people living in an area is called its population. This information comes from a special count called a census.

Understanding the Census

The United States Census happens every ten years. It counts everyone living in the country. This helps the government understand how communities are growing. It also helps decide where to build schools or roads.

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