Area code 318 facts for kids

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An area code is like a special number that helps connect phone calls to the right part of a country or region. Area code 318 is used for phone numbers in northern and central Louisiana, a state in the United States. It helps make sure your calls go to the correct city or town within this area.

The largest city covered by area code 318 is Shreveport. Shreveport is also the main city, or "parish seat," for Caddo Parish. A parish seat is like the administrative center for a parish, which is similar to a county in other states.

Cities in Area Code 318

Area code 318 covers many important cities and towns in northern and central Louisiana. These cities serve as "parish seats," meaning they are the main towns for their local parishes.

Here are some of the larger cities in the 318 area code:

Shreveport: This is the biggest city in the area, with a population of about 199,311 people in 2010. It's the parish seat for Caddo Parish.
Monroe: Another large city, with about 48,815 people in 2010.
Alexandria: This city had about 47,723 people in 2010.
Ruston: Home to about 21,859 people in 2010.
Natchitoches: This historic city is also covered by area code 318.

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Area code 318 as of 1999.

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