Burchard, Nebraska facts for kids
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Burchard, Nebraska
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Village
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Birthplace of actor Harold Lloyd in Burchard.
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Location of Burchard, Nebraska
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| Country | United States |
| State | Nebraska |
| County | Pawnee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.16 sq mi (0.42 km2) |
| • Land | 0.16 sq mi (0.42 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,411 ft (430 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 78 |
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77 |
| • Density | 488/sq mi (186/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
68323, 68380
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| Area code(s) | 402 |
| FIPS code | 31-07065 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397496 |
Burchard is a small village located in Pawnee County, Nebraska, in the United States. In 2020, about 78 people lived there. The village is close to the border between Nebraska and Kansas. It is also about ten miles west of Pawnee City.
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History of Burchard Village
How Burchard Started
Burchard was officially planned out in 1881. This happened when the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Railroad built its tracks to this spot. The community was named after a local religious leader.
Becoming a Village
Just a few years later, in 1884, Burchard officially became an incorporated village. This means it gained its own local government.
Geography of Burchard
Where is Burchard Located?
Burchard is a small place. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village covers an area of about 0.16 square miles (0.42 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Population and People in Burchard
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Burchard has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population from different census counts:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1890 | 201 | — | |
| 1900 | 297 | 47.8% | |
| 1910 | 315 | 6.1% | |
| 1920 | 265 | −15.9% | |
| 1930 | 275 | 3.8% | |
| 1940 | 289 | 5.1% | |
| 1950 | 201 | −30.4% | |
| 1960 | 132 | −34.3% | |
| 1970 | 131 | −0.8% | |
| 1980 | 122 | −6.9% | |
| 1990 | 105 | −13.9% | |
| 2000 | 103 | −1.9% | |
| 2010 | 82 | −20.4% | |
| 2020 | 76 | −7.3% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 77 | −6.1% | |
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Burchard in 2010
In 2010, the census showed that 82 people lived in Burchard. These people lived in 34 different homes, and 23 of these were families.
Most of the people living in Burchard in 2010 were White. About 26.8% of the residents were under 18 years old. Also, a good number of people, about 30.5%, were 65 years old or older. The average age in the village was 48 years.
Famous People from Burchard
Some notable people have connections to Burchard:
- Charles H. Corlett (1889-1971), a general in the US Army.
- Harold Lloyd (1893-1971), a very famous comedic actor and film producer.
- Gaylord Lloyd (1888-1943), an actor and assistant film director, who was Harold Lloyd's brother.
- Harlan Pyle (1905-1993), a professional baseball player.
See also
In Spanish: Burchard (Nebraska) para niños
