What is hume illinois?

Hume, Illinois is a small village located in the east-central part of the state, within the county of Edgar. As of the 2020 census, the population of Hume was approximately 400 people. The village covers an area of 0.78 square miles.

Hume was initially settled as a stagecoach stop in the early 1800s and was later officially established as a village in 1867. Agriculture has always been the primary industry in the area, with corn, soybeans, and wheat being the primary crops.

The village has a few small businesses, such as a grocery store, a gas station, and a post office. There is also a community park, which features a playground, a basketball court, and a baseball diamond.

Hume is located near several larger cities, including Champaign-Urbana, Danville, and Terre Haute, Indiana. The village is connected to these cities and other surrounding areas by various state highways and smaller roads.