Belgrade, Missouri facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Belgrade, Missouri
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 Belgrade, Missouri
Location in Missouri
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| Country | United States |
| State | Missouri |
| County | Washington County |
| Population | |
| • Total | 200 |
| ZIP code |
63622
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Belgrade is a small, unincorporated community in the state of Missouri, United States. It is located in the south-central part of Washington County. You can find it about five miles (10 km) west of Caledonia. It's also ten miles (16 km) south of Potosi, along Missouri Supplemental Route C. An unincorporated community means it doesn't have its own local government.
Discovering Belgrade's Past
Belgrade has a history that dates back to the 1800s. A post office opened here in 1867. This helped people send and receive mail. The community got its name from Belgrade, the capital city of Serbia. Serbia is a country in Europe. For a while, the community was also known as "Bryanville."
Belgrade's Location and Landscape
Belgrade is located next to the Big River. It sits on the north bank of the river. The community is also found along Missouri Route C. This is a road that helps people travel through the area. Belgrade is about 886 feet (270 meters) above sea level. This means it's quite a bit higher than the ocean.
Learning in Belgrade
Students in the Belgrade area attend public schools. These schools are part of the Valley R-6: Caledonia school district. This district helps make sure kids in the community get a good education.
