Turleytown, Virginia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Turleytown
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 Turleytown
Location in Virginia
Turleytown
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Virginia |
| County | Rockingham County |
| Elevation | 387 m (1,270 ft) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1493724 |
Turleytown is a small, unincorporated community located in Rockingham County, in the beautiful state of Virginia, United States. An unincorporated community is a place where people live and work, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county it's in.
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Exploring Turleytown's Location
Turleytown is found in the western part of Rockingham County. It is situated to the west of a larger town called Broadway.
How to Get There
The community is easily reached by following State Route 613. This road helps connect Turleytown to other areas in the county.
The History Behind Turleytown's Name
The name "Turleytown" has an interesting story! It is thought to be named after a person named Giles Turley.
Who Was Giles Turley?
Giles Turley was a visitor to the area way back in 1804. It was common for places to be named after important people or early settlers. His visit left enough of an impression for the community to take on his name.
