Charleston Township, Tioga County, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Charleston Township,
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A picnic area at Hills Creek State Park in Charleston Township
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Map of Tioga County with Charleston Township highlighted
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Map of Pennsylvania highlighting Tioga County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Tioga |
| Settled | 1805 |
| Incorporated | 1820 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 52.50 sq mi (135.98 km2) |
| • Land | 52.16 sq mi (135.09 km2) |
| • Water | 0.34 sq mi (0.89 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 3,562  |
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3,546 |
| • Density | 66.15/sq mi (25.54/km2) |
| Time zone | Eastern Time Zone (North America) |
| • Summer (DST) | EDT |
| FIPS code | 42-117-12728 |
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 3,233 | — | |
| 2010 | 3,360 | 3.9% | |
| 2020 | 3,562 | 6.0% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 3,546 | 5.5% | |
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Charleston Township is a small community located in Tioga County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It's a place where about 3,562 people lived as of 2020. One of its most special features is Hills Creek State Park, a beautiful park that's great for outdoor fun.
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Discovering Charleston Township
Charleston Township is a local government area, like a small town or district. It was first settled by people in 1805. Later, in 1820, it officially became a township. This means it got its own local government.
Where is Charleston Township?
This township covers an area of about 52.9 square miles (137 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, but a small part is water. It is surrounded by several other townships. These include Middlebury Township to the north and Richmond and Covington Townships to the east. To the southeast is Bloss Township, and to the south is Duncan Township. On its western side, you'll find Wellsboro and Delmar Township.
People of Charleston Township
In 2000, there were 3,233 people living in Charleston Township. The population has grown since then. By 2020, it reached 3,562 people. This means more families and individuals have chosen to call Charleston Township home.
Who Lives Here?
In 2000, most people in the township were White. A small number of people were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people identified with two or more races. About 1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
There were 1,203 households in 2000. A household is a group of people living together. Many of these households were married couples. About 31.7% of households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had about 2.5 people.
Age Groups in the Township
The population in 2000 included people of all ages. About 24.5% were under 18 years old. This means there are many kids and teenagers in the area. About 18.4% of the people were 65 years or older. The average age in the township was 41 years old.
Places to See in Charleston Township
Charleston Township has several small communities and interesting spots.
- Benedicts Corners – This is a small village. It is located near the eastern edge of the township. It's also southeast of Hills Creek State Park.
- Charleston – This is a village right in the middle of the township. It's just a few miles northeast of the town of Wellsboro.
- Hills Creek State Park – This popular state park is in the northeastern part of the township. It has a beautiful lake called Hills Creek Lake. It's a great place for outdoor activities.
- Pitts – You can find this village on U.S. Route 6. It is just east of Wellsboro.
- Round Top – This village is located in the southwestern part of the township.
- Whitneyville – This village is close to U.S. Route 6 and Pennsylvania Route 660. It is in the eastern part of the township.
- Willard – This village is in the very southwestern corner of the township. It is a couple of miles south of Round Top.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Charleston (Pensilvania) para niños
