Bigler, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bigler, Pennsylvania
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Village/Census-designated place
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US 322 eastbound in Bigler
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 Bigler, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Bigler, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Clearfield |
| Township | Bradford |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.22 sq mi (3.15 km2) |
| • Land | 1.21 sq mi (3.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,690 ft (520 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 356 |
| • Density | 294.21/sq mi (113.62/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
16825
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| FIPS code | 42-06280 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1169612 |
Bigler is a small community in Pennsylvania, United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistical purposes. Bigler is located in Bradford Township, within Clearfield County.
In 2020, the population of Bigler was 356 people. The community is about 9 miles (14 km) east of Clearfield and 8 miles (13 km) northwest of Philipsburg. It is situated along U.S. Route 322, a major road in the area.
The Name of Bigler
Bigler was not always called by its current name. It was first known as Williams Grove. However, this caused confusion with another place named Williams Grove in Cumberland County. To avoid mail mix-ups, the community decided to change its name.
The new name, Bigler, was chosen to honor William Bigler. He was a notable politician who served as the Governor of Pennsylvania. Governor Bigler was from Clearfield, which is the county seat of Clearfield County, where Bigler is located.
Community Population
Bigler is a small community with a steady population. The U.S. Census Bureau collects information about how many people live in different areas every ten years.
- In 2010, the population of Bigler was 398 people.
- By 2020, the population was 356 people.
This shows that Bigler is a quiet, close-knit place to live.
See also
In Spanish: Bigler (Pensilvania) para niños
