Centerville, Texas facts for kids
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Centerville, Texas
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Store fronts in Centerville
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Location of Centerville, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Leon |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.79 sq mi (4.62 km2) |
| • Land | 1.79 sq mi (4.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 354 ft (108 m) |
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| • Total | 905 |
| • Density | 507.84/sq mi (196.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75833
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| Area code(s) | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-13900 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2409424 |
Centerville is a small city in Leon County, Texas. It is the main town of Leon County. In 2020, about 905 people lived there. Centerville got its name because it is located near the center of Leon County.
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History of Centerville
Centerville became the main town, or county seat, of Leon County in 1850. The land for the town, about 200 acres, was given by Robert J. Townes and D.C. Carrington.
In 1937, the town started an annual Black-Eyed Pea Festival. This festival celebrates the black-eyed pea, a type of bean popular in the southern United States.
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"The Courtyard" across from the Leon County Courthouse in Centerville
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Citizens State Bank in Centerville
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Pix Theater opened in 1941. It is now closed.
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The Leon County Courthouse was built in 1887.
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The Leon County Jail is located in Centerville, Texas.
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Geography and Climate
Centerville covers about 1.5 square miles (4.62 square kilometers) of land. It has no water area.
What is Centerville's Climate Like?
Centerville has a humid subtropical climate. This means it has hot, humid summers. The winters are usually mild, meaning not too cold. The hottest temperature ever recorded in Centerville was 111°F (44°C). This happened on August 12, 1948, and again on July 26, 1954. The coldest temperature recorded was 0°F (-18°C) on February 1, 1951.
People of Centerville
How Many People Live in Centerville?
The number of people living in Centerville has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 221 | — | |
| 1880 | 225 | 1.8% | |
| 1890 | 288 | 28.0% | |
| 1930 | 388 | — | |
| 1940 | 900 | 132.0% | |
| 1950 | 961 | 6.8% | |
| 1960 | 836 | −13.0% | |
| 1970 | 831 | −0.6% | |
| 1980 | 799 | −3.9% | |
| 1990 | 812 | 1.6% | |
| 2000 | 903 | 11.2% | |
| 2010 | 892 | −1.2% | |
| 2020 | 905 | 1.5% | |
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In 2020, there were 905 people living in Centerville. There were 371 households and 239 families. Most people living in Centerville are White (74.81%). About 14.7% are Black or African American. About 7.62% of the people are Hispanic or Latino.
In 2000, the average household had 2.17 people. The average family had 2.89 people. About 22.1% of the people were under 18 years old. About 23.9% were 65 years or older. The average age was 44 years.
Education in Centerville
The schools in Centerville are part of the Centerville Independent School District.
Famous People from Centerville
- Marva Black Beck: She used to be a representative in the Texas House.
- Lightnin' Hopkins: A famous blues singer who was born in Centerville in 1912.
- Mike McKinney: He was a former mayor of Centerville. He also served in the Texas House and was the 13th leader (chancellor) of the Texas A&M University System.
See also
In Spanish: Centerville (Texas) para niños
