Bethune, South Carolina facts for kids
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Bethune, South Carolina
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Location of Bethune, South Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| County | Kershaw |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.10 sq mi (2.85 km2) |
| • Land | 1.10 sq mi (2.85 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 289 ft (88 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 315 |
| • Density | 285.84/sq mi (110.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
29009
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| Area codes | 843, 854 |
| FIPS code | 45-06040 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1246845 |
Bethune is a small town in Kershaw County, South Carolina, United States. In 2020, about 315 people lived there. It is part of the larger Columbia metropolitan area.
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History of Bethune
People from Europe first settled in this area in the early 1800s. They found members of the Kadapaw tribe already living there. The settlers first called their new town Lynchwood. In 1828, they opened a post office. Later, when railroads came to the area, the town was officially recognized in 1900. Its name was changed to Bethune to honor Daniel Murdock Bethune.
Geography of Bethune
Bethune is located in South Carolina. Its exact location is 34.414881 degrees north and 80.347414 degrees west.
The town covers a total area of about 1.1 square miles (2.85 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the town limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 317 | — | |
| 1920 | 299 | −5.7% | |
| 1930 | 522 | 74.6% | |
| 1940 | 620 | 18.8% | |
| 1950 | 639 | 3.1% | |
| 1960 | 579 | −9.4% | |
| 1970 | 506 | −12.6% | |
| 1980 | 481 | −4.9% | |
| 1990 | 405 | −15.8% | |
| 2000 | 352 | −13.1% | |
| 2010 | 334 | −5.1% | |
| 2020 | 315 | −5.7% | |
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In 2000, there were 352 people living in Bethune. These people lived in 165 households. Most households were families.
The town's population was mostly White (about 90%). About 10% of the people were African American. A small number of people were from other backgrounds. About 3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Bethune in 2000 was 47 years old. About 17% of the population was under 18. About 24% were 65 or older.
Education in Bethune
Bethune has a public library. It is a part of the Kershaw County Library system. This library offers books and resources for everyone in the community.
Fun Things to Do
Bethune used to have a yearly event called the Bethune Chicken Strut. This festival happened every April. It featured a parade on Main Street and a classic car show. There were also carnival rides and live music. The festival started in the early 1980s but no longer takes place.
The town also hosts the Bethune Christmas Parade. This is one of many parades held in Kershaw County during the Christmas season.
See also
In Spanish: Bethune (Carolina del Sur) para niños
