Bellville, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bellville, Texas
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Stores along Holland Street on the courthouse square
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| Motto(s):
"A Texas Experience"
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Austin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.68 sq mi (6.93 km2) |
| • Land | 2.66 sq mi (6.88 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 292 ft (89 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,206 |
| • Density | 1,588.48/sq mi (613.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
77418
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| Area code(s) | 979 |
| FIPS code | 48-07432 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1372492 |
Bellville is a cool city in Texas, USA. It's the main town, or "county seat," of Austin County. In 2020, about 4,206 people lived there. Bellville is special because it's known for its German culture. Many people who live there today are descendants of German settlers.
The city is easy to get to, with several important roads crossing through it. These include State Highway 36, State Highway 159, and several Farm to Market Roads like FM 529.
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History of Bellville
How Bellville Got Its Name
Bellville was named after Thomas B. Bell. He was one of the very first colonists brought to Texas by Stephen F. Austin. Thomas and his brother gave land for the new county seat. This happened in 1846, after people voted for a new location. Before Bellville, the main town for the county was San Felipe. But that changed after the war for independence.
Early Newspaper in Bellville
From 1860 to 1869, Bellville had its own newspaper called The Bellville Countryman. It was published by a person named John Patterson Osterhout.
Geography and Climate
Where is Bellville Located?
Bellville is found in the northern part of Austin County. The United States Census Bureau says that Bellville covers about 6.9 square kilometers (2.68 square miles) of land. There is no water area within the city limits.
Bellville's Weather
The weather in Bellville is usually warm. It gets rain throughout the year. Scientists describe this type of weather as "humid subtropical." This means it's often warm and a bit sticky, like in many parts of the southern United States.
People of Bellville
Population Growth Over Time
Bellville has grown quite a bit over the years. Here's a quick look at how its population has changed:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 500 | — | |
| 1890 | 807 | 61.4% | |
| 1930 | 1,533 | — | |
| 1940 | 1,347 | −12.1% | |
| 1950 | 2,112 | 56.8% | |
| 1960 | 2,218 | 5.0% | |
| 1970 | 2,371 | 6.9% | |
| 1980 | 2,860 | 20.6% | |
| 1990 | 3,378 | 18.1% | |
| 2000 | 3,794 | 12.3% | |
| 2010 | 4,097 | 8.0% | |
| 2020 | 4,206 | 2.7% | |
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Who Lives in Bellville?
In 2020, there were 4,206 people living in Bellville. They lived in 1,614 households, which are like homes or apartments. About 923 of these were families.
Here's a breakdown of the different groups of people living in Bellville in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 2,709 | 64.41% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 476 | 11.32% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 17 | 0.4% |
| Asian (NH) | 44 | 1.05% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 11 | 0.26% |
| Mixed/multiracial (NH) | 97 | 2.31% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 852 | 20.26% |
| Total | 4,206 |
In 2000, the city had 3,794 people. About 34.7% of homes had kids under 18. The average household had about 2.5 people. The average family had about 3.1 people.
The median age in Bellville in 2000 was 38 years old. This means half the people were younger than 38, and half were older.
Education in Bellville
Bellville School District
The Bellville Independent School District is in charge of public schools in Bellville.
Schools in Bellville
Public Schools
- Bellville High School (for students in grades 9-12)
- Bellville Junior High School (for students in grades 6-8)
- O'Bryant Intermediate School (for students in grades 4 and 5)
- O'Bryant Primary School (for young children from pre-kindergarten to grade 3)
- West End Elementary School (for students from kindergarten to grade 5)
Private Schools
- Faith Academy of Bellville (offers classes from pre-kindergarten all the way to grade 12)
Notable People from Bellville
Many interesting people have come from Bellville, Texas. Here are a few:
- Beau Bell – A professional baseball player.
- Juke Boy Bonner – A famous blues musician.
- William Crump – He was the first speaker of the Texas House of Representatives after Texas became a state.
- Johnny Holland – An NFL football player and coach.
- Ernie A. Koy – A professional baseball player.
- Ernie M. Koy – An NFL football player.
- Ted Koy – An NFL football player.
- Lucas Luetge – A professional baseball pitcher.
- Leo Meyer – He was elected mayor of Bellville in 1895. Later, he became the first Jewish person elected to a statewide public office in Oklahoma.
- Emmanuel Sanders – An NFL wide receiver.
- Doug Supernaw – A country music artist.
- Hunter Goodwin – An NFL football player.
See also
In Spanish: Bellville para niños
