Castalia, Ohio facts for kids
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Castalia, Ohio
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Location of Castalia, Ohio
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Location of Castalia in Erie County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Erie |
| Township | Margaretta |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.03 sq mi (2.67 km2) |
| • Land | 1.02 sq mi (2.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 633 ft (193 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 774 |
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747 |
| • Density | 757.34/sq mi (292.35/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44824
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| Area code(s) | 419 |
| FIPS code | 39-12476 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397573 |
| Website | https://www.villageofcastalia.com |
Castalia is a small village located in Erie County, Ohio, United States. In 2020, about 774 people lived there. It is part of the larger Sandusky, Ohio area.
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History of Castalia
Early Native American Settlement
Long ago, around 1738, the Wyandot Native American tribe had a village where Castalia is now. A leader named Nicholas Orontony guided them. They had some disagreements with the French and traded more with people from Pennsylvania. Because of this, the Wyandot people decided to burn their village and move. In 1748, they moved to the mouth of the Cuyahoga River, which is now the city of Cleveland.
Founding and Naming of the Village
The village of Castalia was officially started in 1836. It was named after Castalia, a special figure from ancient Greek stories.
Geography of Castalia
Where is Castalia Located?
Castalia is found in the western part of Erie County. It's a small place, covering about 1.05 square miles (2.72 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Population and People of Castalia
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| 1880 | 117 | — | |
| 1950 | 736 | — | |
| 1960 | 954 | 29.6% | |
| 1970 | 1,045 | 9.5% | |
| 1980 | 973 | −6.9% | |
| 1990 | 915 | −6.0% | |
| 2000 | 935 | 2.2% | |
| 2010 | 852 | −8.9% | |
| 2020 | 774 | −9.2% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 747 | −12.3% | |
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Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Castalia has changed over the years. In 1880, only 117 people lived there. The population grew quite a bit by the 1970s, reaching over 1,000 people. Since then, the population has slowly decreased. In 2020, there were 774 residents.
Who Lives in Castalia?
According to the 2010 census, there were 852 people living in Castalia. Most people in the village are White. A small number of residents are from other backgrounds, including African American, Native American, and Asian. Some people also identify as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age in Castalia in 2010 was about 40.5 years old. The village has a mix of young people, adults, and older residents. There were slightly more females than males living in Castalia.
Notable Person from Castalia
- Carrie Chase Davis (1863–1953) was a doctor and a suffragist, which means she worked to get women the right to vote. She was born in Castalia.
See also
In Spanish: Castalia (Ohio) para niños
