Burkeville, Virginia facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Burkeville, Virginia
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Location of Burkeville, Virginia
Country	United States
State	Virginia
County	Nottoway
Area
• Total	1.01 sq mi (2.61 km2)
• Land	1.00 sq mi (2.59 km2)
• Water	0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2)
Elevation	548 ft (167 m)
Population  (2010)
• Total	432
• Estimate  (2019)	399
• Density	398.60/sq mi (153.92/km2)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code	23922
Area code(s)	434
FIPS code	51-11560
GNIS feature ID	1464115
Website	https://www.townofburkeville.com/

Burkeville is a small town in Nottoway County, Virginia, in the United States. In 2010, about 432 people lived there. No one is quite sure how the town got its name. Some say it was named after a tavern, while others think it was named after a person called Samuel Burke. The town is easy to find because it sits right where two major roads, U.S. Routes 360 and 460, meet.

What People Do in Burkeville

Burkeville has several important businesses that provide jobs for people in the area.

Big Companies in Town

• Luck Stone: This company makes crushed stone, sand, and gravel. It's a large family-owned business in the United States. The Burkeville plant has been around since 1935. It even won an award in 1997 for its great work!
• Southern States Cooperative: This store helps farmers and people who love gardening. They offer many products and advice for growing plants and keeping yards green.
• James River Equipment: This business sells and services John Deere farm equipment.
• Nottoway Correctional Center: This is a state facility that provides jobs in the area.
• Piedmont Geriatric Hospital: This is a special hospital in Virginia. It focuses on helping and treating people who are over 65 years old.
• Burkeville Lodge: This lodge is a vacation spot for people who are visually impaired. It was started in 1960. Here, they can relax and spend time with their families and friends.
• Frito-Lay: This company, known for its snacks, has a large storage building here. They built it in 2021.
• CONSDAN: This company works with hardwood. They have a big plant and storage area for processing wood. CONSDAN started its business in Virginia in 2015.

Burkeville's Past

Burkeville used to be called "Burke's Junction." It grew up around a spot where two important railroads, the Richmond and Danville Railroad and the Southside Railroad, crossed paths.

The Civil War and Burkeville

A very important battle of the American Civil War happened near Burkeville. It was called the Battle of Sayler's Creek. This battle took place on April 6, 1865. It was one of the last big fights before the war ended. Many soldiers were captured there. Just three days later, General Robert E. Lee surrendered at Appomattox. This surrender effectively ended the Civil War.

Famous People from Burkeville

• Ella Graham Agnew: In 1910, Ella Graham Agnew made history in Burkeville. She became the first woman to be appointed as a State Agent for women by the United States Department of Agriculture. This meant she was the first woman to represent the Department in the field. She had moved to Burkeville as a baby and is buried in the town's Sunset Cemetery.
• Polk Miller: Born near Burkeville in 1844, Polk Miller was a talented banjo player and storyteller. He was also a veterinarian. He became famous for his music and stories in the late 1800s and early 1900s. He even performed with famous writer Mark Twain. Polk Miller was also the first known artist to record music with a mixed-race group.

Historic Places in Burkeville

Several buildings in Burkeville are very old and important. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include Burke's Tavern, Hyde Park, and Inverness.

Where is Burkeville?

Burkeville is located at 37°11′14″N 78°12′6″W / 37.18722°N 78.20167°W / 37.18722; -78.20167. The town covers about 1.0 square mile (2.6 square kilometers) of land. Only a tiny bit of this area is water.

Just west of Burkeville, you can find Twin Lakes State Park. It's a great place to visit for outdoor activities.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Burkeville has changed over the years. Here's a look at the population at different times:

In 2000, there were 489 people living in Burkeville. Most people lived in families. About 23% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in town was 40 years old.

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In Spanish: Burkeville para niños