Dunkel, Illinois

Dunkel, Illinois

Dunkle is an unincorporated community in Christian County, Illinois, United States. It lies at 39°28′5″N 89°3′46″W / 39.46806°N 89.06278°W / 39.46806; -89.06278.[1]

Dunkel's post office was established May 4, 1877 and disestablished August 31, 1902; the community is now served by the Pana post office. It was situated along the Illinois Central Railroad. It was named for Elias Dunkel, an early postmaster.[2] All that remains of Dunkel today are a few houses and a grain elevator operated by nearby Assumption Co-Op.

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