Walnuttown, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Walnuttown, Pennsylvania
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 Walnuttown, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Walnuttown, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Berks |
| Township | Maidencreek and Richmond |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 484 |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19522
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| Area code(s) | 610 & 484 |
Walnuttown is a small community located in Berks County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's a special area defined by the government for counting people. Walnuttown is mostly found within Richmond Township, but a small part of it also extends into Maidencreek Township.
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Where is Walnuttown Located?
Walnuttown is situated a short distance to the west of a town called Fleetwood. It is also south of a major road known as U.S. Route 222. This makes it easy to find and travel to.
Natural Features of the Area
A stream called Willow Creek flows through Walnuttown, heading west. This creek eventually joins a larger one called Maiden Creek. Maiden Creek then flows into the Schuylkill River, which is an important river in Pennsylvania. These waterways are a key part of the local environment.
People and Community
As of the 2010 census, the population of Walnuttown was 484 people. This shows it is a small, close-knit community.
Local Services and Education
Even though Walnuttown has its own name, it uses the post office in Fleetwood for mail services. The ZIP code for Walnuttown is 19522. Students living in Walnuttown attend schools within the Fleetwood Area School District. This district provides education for children in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Walnuttown para niños
