Bayou L'Ourse, Louisiana facts for kids
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Bayou L'Ourse, Louisiana
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 Bayou L'Ourse, Louisiana
Location in Louisiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Assumption |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.72 sq mi (7.05 km2) |
| • Land | 2.72 sq mi (7.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 5 ft (2 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,806 |
| • Density | 663.00/sq mi (256.00/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
70380
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| Area code(s) | 985 |
| FIPS code | 22-05378 |
Bayou L'Ourse is a small community in Assumption Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). A CDP is a special area that looks like a town but isn't officially a city or village. It is set up by the United States Census Bureau just for counting people.
In 2020, about 1,806 people lived in Bayou L'Ourse.
Where is Bayou L'Ourse Located?
Bayou L'Ourse is found in the southern part of Louisiana. It is located at 29°43′18″N 91°3′28″W / 29.72167°N 91.05778°W. This community is nestled between the Intracoastal Waterway and Bayou Cheramie.
It is about 12 miles (19 km) east of Morgan City. It is also about 18 miles (29 km) west of Thibodaux. Bayou L'Ourse is roughly 10 miles (16 km) south of Labadieville.
How Big is Bayou L'Ourse?
The United States Census Bureau says that Bayou L'Ourse covers a total area of about 2.72 square miles (7.05 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There is no water within its borders.
Who Lives in Bayou L'Ourse?
The study of who lives in a place is called Demographics. This section tells us about the people living in Bayou L'Ourse.
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| 2020 | 1,806 | — | |
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According to the 2020 census, 1,806 people called Bayou L'Ourse home. This number helps us understand how the community has grown or changed over time.
