Byng, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Byng, Oklahoma
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Location of Byng, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Pontotoc |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.52 sq mi (16.89 km2) |
| • Land | 6.52 sq mi (16.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 997 ft (304 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,393 |
| • Density | 213.58/sq mi (82.46/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 40-10600 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413143 |
Byng is a small town located in Pontotoc County, Oklahoma, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,393 people lived there. It's a quiet community in the heart of Oklahoma.
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History of Byng
The town of Byng began in 1917. That's when a post office and a power plant were built there. These were named after a British General from World War I, Julian Byng. He was a famous commander during the war.
Byng officially became a town in 1922. It was formed by combining parts of two older communities. These were called Tyrola and New Bethel. Tyrola had been badly damaged by a big flood in 1914.
Later, the schools from Tyrola and New Bethel joined together. This happened in 1925. The combined school was named Byng in 1929. Finally, Byng became an officially recognized town in 1972.
Where is Byng Located?
Byng covers about 6.5 square miles (16.8 square kilometers) of land. It's located on U.S. Route 377.
The city of Ada is south of Byng. To the north, you'll find the town of Konawa and Lake Konawa.
Who Lives in Byng?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 833 | — | |
| 1990 | 755 | −9.4% | |
| 2000 | 1,090 | 44.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,175 | 7.8% | |
| 2020 | 1,393 | 18.6% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,090 people living in Byng. They lived in 389 households. Many of these households had children under 18.
The people in Byng come from different backgrounds. Most residents were White, but there were also many Native American and African American people. Some residents were from other races or mixed races. About 3% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Byng in 2000 was 36 years old. About 30% of the population was under 18.
Education in Byng
Students in Byng attend schools that are part of the Byng Public Schools district.
Famous People from Byng
- Benjamin Harjo Jr. - A talented visual artist.
- Don Kaiser - A professional baseball player.
See also
In Spanish: Byng (Oklahoma) para niños
