Centerville, Trinity County, Texas facts for kids
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Centerville, Trinity County, Texas
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 Centerville, Trinity County, Texas
Location in Texas
Centerville, Trinity County, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Trinity |
| Elevation | 364 ft (111 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 430 & 903 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1381620 |
Centerville is a small, unincorporated community in Trinity County, Texas, United States. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that is not officially a town or city with its own local government. In the year 2000, about 60 people lived there. Centerville is part of the larger area around Huntsville, Texas.
A Look Back at Centerville's History
Centerville was started in 1935. In the 1960s, about 400 people lived there. However, the number of people living in Centerville went down in the 1970s and 1980s. By 1990, only 40 people lived there. In 2000, the population grew a little to 60 people. Most of the people who lived in Centerville worked as farmers, ranchers, or foresters (people who manage forests).
Where is Centerville Located?
Centerville is found in the northeastern part of Trinity County. It is located where two roads meet: Texas State Highway 94 and Farm to Market Road 358. Centerville is about 9 miles (14 km) northeast of a town called Groveton.
Education in Centerville
The community's school was built in 1935. This school is still open today. It is recognized by the University Interscholastic League as an "A" school. This means it meets certain high standards. The school is part of the Centerville Independent School District.
