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Vancleve, Kentucky
Vancleve, Kentucky is located in Kentucky
Vancleve, Kentucky
Vancleve, Kentucky
Location in Kentucky
Country United States
State Kentucky
County Breathitt
Elevation
718 ft (219 m)
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
41385
Area code(s) 606
GNIS feature ID 509273

Vancleve is a small place located in Breathitt County, Kentucky, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of the larger county.

Vancleve is found where two roads meet: Kentucky Route 15 and Kentucky Route 205. It is about 5.4 miles (or 8.7 kilometers) north-northwest of a larger town called Jackson.

What is Vancleve Like?

Vancleve has its own post office, which helps people send and receive mail. This post office first opened a long time ago, on November 6, 1903. The ZIP code for Vancleve is 41385. This number helps the postal service know exactly where mail should go. The area also uses the 606 for phone calls.

Education in Vancleve

One important place in Vancleve is the Kentucky Mountain Bible College. This college is a special school where students learn about the Bible and prepare for religious work. It is a key part of the community.

Where is Vancleve?

Vancleve is located in the eastern part of Kentucky. The area is known for its beautiful mountains and hills. The elevation of Vancleve is about 718 feet (or 219 meters) above sea level. This means it is quite high up compared to places closer to the ocean.

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