Rimel is an unincorporated community in Pocahontas County, West Virginia, United States. It is located on West Virginia Route 92, 10.5 miles (16.9 km) southeast of Marlinton.
The community was named after Reuben D. Rimel, an early postmaster. Rimel was a station on the West Virginia Central Railway, which was built in 1881. The railway was abandoned in 1947.
Rimel has a post office with the ZIP code 26667. The community has a volunteer fire department and a community center.
According to the 2010 census, Rimel had a population of 105 people. The population is mostly white. The median household income is $35,000.
Rimel is a rural community with a small population. The community is located in a mountainous area and is surrounded by forests. Rimel is a popular destination for hiking, camping, and fishing.
Here are some other things to know about Rimel:
- The community is served by the Marlinton Public Schools.
- The nearest hospital is the Pocahontas Memorial Hospital in Marlinton.
- The nearest grocery store is the Food Lion in Marlinton.
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