Attapulgus, Georgia facts for kids
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Attapulgus, Georgia
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Location in Decatur County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Decatur |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.80 sq mi (2.06 km2) |
| • Land | 0.80 sq mi (2.06 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 454 |
| • Density | 570.35/sq mi (220.14/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP codes |
31715, 39815
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| Area code(s) | 229 |
| FIPS code | 13-04084 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0354409 |
Attapulgus is a small city in Decatur County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, about 454 people lived there. This was a small increase from 449 people in 2010. Attapulgus is part of the Bainbridge, Georgia area.
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What's in the Name?
The name Attapulgus comes from the Muscogee language. It means "Dogwood," which is a type of flowering tree. The town is also known for a special kind of clay. This clay is called attapulgite. It is found in the soil across much of the southeastern U.S. The mineral was actually named after the town!
Famous People from Attapulgus
Attapulgus was the birthplace of Hosea Williams (1926-2000). He was a very important leader in the Civil Rights Movement. Early in his life, he faced unfair treatment. This experience helped shape his fight for equality.
Hosea Williams's Work
Hosea Williams is known for working closely with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. He helped lead many important events. One famous event was the march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge in Selma, Alabama, in 1965. This march helped lead to the Voting Rights Act of 1965. This law made it easier for all citizens to vote.
Williams also worked in government. He served on the Atlanta City Council. He was also on the DeKalb County Commission. Later, he became a senator in Georgia. He also started a program to feed people who were hungry. This program still helps people today.
Where is Attapulgus?
Attapulgus is located very close to the border between Georgia and Florida. U.S. Route 27 is a main road that goes around the city.
- It goes northwest about 13 kilometers (8 miles) to Bainbridge. Bainbridge is the main city in Decatur County.
- It goes southeast about 48 kilometers (30 miles) to Tallahassee, Florida. Tallahassee is the capital city of Florida.
The city covers an area of about 2.06 square kilometers (0.8 square miles). All of this area is land.
How Many People Live Here?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 267 | — | |
| 1880 | 255 | −4.5% | |
| 1930 | 416 | — | |
| 1940 | 315 | −24.3% | |
| 1950 | 457 | 45.1% | |
| 1960 | 567 | 24.1% | |
| 1970 | 513 | −9.5% | |
| 1980 | 623 | 21.4% | |
| 1990 | 380 | −39.0% | |
| 2000 | 492 | 29.5% | |
| 2010 | 449 | −8.7% | |
| 2020 | 454 | 1.1% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census 1850-1870 1870-1880 1890-1910 1920-1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1980 1990 2000 2010 |
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In 2000, there were 492 people living in Attapulgus. These people lived in 179 homes. About 129 of these were family homes. By 2020, the population was 454 people.
See also
In Spanish: Attapulgus para niños
