Whittaker, West Virginia facts for kids
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Whittaker, West Virginia
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 Whittaker, West Virginia
Location in West Virginia
Whittaker, West Virginia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | West Virginia |
| County | Kanawha |
| Elevation | 807 ft (246 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 304 & 681 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1555979 |
Whittaker is a small place located in Kanawha County, West Virginia, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the county.
About Whittaker
Whittaker is found about 9 miles (which is about 14 kilometers) south of a town called Pratt. It sits in the beautiful state of West Virginia, which is known for its mountains and forests.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Whittaker is a group of homes or buildings that are not part of an official city or town. People living there still get services like roads and schools. These services are usually provided by the larger county government.
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