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Bylas, Arizona
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Historic Bylas Town marker
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Location of Bylas in Graham County, Arizona.
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 Bylas, Arizona
Location in Arizona
Bylas, Arizona
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arizona |
| County | Graham |
| Indian Reservation | San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.20 sq mi (10.88 km2) |
| • Land | 4.18 sq mi (10.83 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 2,622 ft (799 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,782 |
| • Density | 426.21/sq mi (164.55/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| ZIP code |
85530
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| Area code(s) | 928 |
| FIPS code | 04-08710 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2582743 |
Bylas (Western Apache: Hago'teełe) is a community in Graham County, Arizona, United States. It is part of the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation. Bylas is also known as a census-designated place, or CDP. This means it is an area that the government counts as a community for population studies.
As of the 2020 census, about 1,782 people lived in Bylas. The community has important services for its residents. These include a medical clinic, a police substation, and a market. Bylas is an Apache settlement. It is divided into two main groups: one of the White Mountain Apache and the other of San Carlos and Southern Tonto Apache. The community is named after Bylas (also known as Bailish), who was a chief of the Eastern White Mountain Apache band.
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How Many People Live in Bylas?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1960 | 500 | — | |
| 1970 | 1,125 | 125.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,175 | 4.4% | |
| 1990 | 1,219 | 3.7% | |
| 2000 | 1,147 | −5.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,962 | 71.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,782 | −9.2% | |
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The population of Bylas has changed over the years. In 1960, about 500 people lived there. By 2010, the population had grown to 1,962 people. In 2020, the number was 1,782.
Bylas first appeared in the U.S. Census in 1970. It was counted as an unincorporated village. Later, in 1980, it became a census-designated place (CDP). This helps the government keep track of population changes in smaller communities.
Getting Around Bylas
The main road that serves Bylas is U.S. Route 70. This highway helps people travel to and from the community.
For public transportation, the San Carlos Apache Nnee Bich'o Nii Transit offers bus services. These buses help people travel within the reservation. They also go to nearby towns like Safford and Globe. You can also find Greyhound Lines bus service in Bylas. This service connects Bylas to larger cities like Phoenix and El Paso.
Schools in Bylas
Students in Bylas attend schools that are part of the Fort Thomas Unified School District. This district provides education for children in the area.
Famous People from Bylas
- Chesley Goseyun Wilson was a notable person from Bylas. He was famous for making and playing the Apache fiddle. He won the National Heritage Award in 1989 for his amazing talent.
What is the Climate Like?
Bylas has a semi-arid climate. This means the area is generally dry. It does not get a lot of rain, but it is not a desert. This type of climate is common in many parts of Arizona.
See also
In Spanish: Bylas (Arizona) para niños
