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Walsh Precinct
Location in Randolph County
Location in Randolph County
Country United States
State Illinois
County Randolph
Area
 • Total 27.3 sq mi (70.7 km2)
 • Land 26.7 sq mi (69.2 km2)
 • Water 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km2)  2.1%
Elevation
463 ft (141 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 454
 • Density 16.632/sq mi (6.421/km2)
GNIS feature ID 1928670

Walsh Precinct is a small area located in Randolph County, Illinois, in the USA. It is like a local neighborhood or a specific zone. In 2010, a count of people called a census showed that 454 people lived there.

What is a Precinct?

A precinct is a small part of a county or city. It helps organize things like elections. When people vote, they usually go to a specific polling place within their precinct. This makes voting easier to manage.

Why Precincts are Important

Precincts make sure that everyone can vote fairly. They help local governments keep track of who lives where. This way, each voter knows where to go to cast their ballot.

Geography and Location

Walsh Precinct is found in the southwestern part of Illinois. It is part of Randolph County. The total area of Walsh Precinct is about 70.7 square kilometers (27.3 square miles). Most of this area is land. Only a small part, about 1.5 square kilometers (0.6 square miles), is water.

Where is Randolph County?

Randolph County is in the southern part of Illinois. It is known for its history and natural beauty. Walsh Precinct is one of the many precincts that make up this county.

Population and Community

As of the 2010 census, 454 people called Walsh Precinct home. This makes it a smaller community. People living in precincts like Walsh are part of the larger Randolph County community. They contribute to the local life and activities.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Distrito electoral de Walsh (Illinois) para niños

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