Chunky, Mississippi facts for kids
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Chunky, Mississippi
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 Chunky, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Chunky, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Newton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.83 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Land | 0.83 sq mi (2.16 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 318 ft (97 m) |
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| • Total | 272 |
| • Density | 326.14/sq mi (125.99/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
39323
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| Area code(s) | 601 |
| FIPS code | 28-13580 |
| GNIS feature ID | 668441 |
Chunky is a small town located in Newton County, Mississippi, United States. It's a quiet place with a friendly community. In 2020, about 272 people lived here.
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Discovering Chunky's Past
Chunky got its name from the nearby Chunky River. The town was officially started in 1861.
Where is Chunky Located?
Chunky is found right along the Chunky River. It's a small town, covering about 0.8 square miles (2.16 square kilometers) of land. You can find Chunky about 10 miles (16 km) west of a larger city called Meridian. A main road, U.S. 80, also goes through the town.
Chunky's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 280 | — | |
| 1920 | 272 | −2.9% | |
| 1930 | 268 | −1.5% | |
| 1940 | 228 | −14.9% | |
| 1950 | 258 | 13.2% | |
| 1960 | 224 | −13.2% | |
| 1970 | 280 | 25.0% | |
| 1980 | 277 | −1.1% | |
| 1990 | 292 | 5.4% | |
| 2000 | 344 | 17.8% | |
| 2010 | 326 | −5.2% | |
| 2020 | 272 | −16.6% | |
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In 2010, there were 326 people living in Chunky. Most people in Chunky are White, but there are also African American and Choctaw residents. About 10% of the population was Hispanic or Latino. Many households in Chunky are married couples with children.
Fun Things to Do in Chunky
One of the most popular places in Chunky is the Lazy Acres Pumpkin Patch. It's a special farm that welcomes visitors. You can enjoy many fun activities there, like watching pig races and exploring a giant corn maze. They also have farm animals you can meet, hayrides, face painting, and places to get yummy food.
Learning in Chunky
Students in Chunky attend schools that are part of the Newton County School District. Some homes near Chunky, but not inside the town itself, are served by the West Lauderdale school district. This district is part of the Lauderdale County School District.
Trains and History in Chunky
Railroad Activity
The Kansas City Southern Railroad tracks run right through Chunky. About 25 freight trains pass through the town every day! This means you can often see large trains moving through the area. There are also special long sections of track, called sidings, near Chunky. These are at Meehan Junction to the east and Hickory to the west.
Train Photography Spots
Train fans love to visit Chunky because of its unique spots for taking pictures of trains. Just east of town, the railroad crosses the Chunky River in two places. Between these two bridges, it's a very popular spot for photographers to capture trains as they cross the river.
The Chunky Creek Train Incident
West of town, the railroad crosses the Chunky River again on a smaller bridge. This spot is known locally as "break down." During the American Civil War in 1863, a train carrying soldiers had an accident here. The bridge collapsed, and the train fell into the river, which was swollen from floods. Luckily, a group of Choctaw people, who were part of the Confederate forces and camping nearby, helped rescue many of the soldiers from the water. This event is remembered as the Chunky Creek Train Wreck of 1863.
See also
In Spanish: Chunky para niños
