Clarksville, New York facts for kids
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Clarksville, New York
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The hamlet of Obi, as seen from New York State Route 305 in the town of Clarksville
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 Clarksville, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Allegany |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.29 sq mi (94.00 km2) |
| • Land | 36.27 sq mi (93.95 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 982 |
| • Estimate
(2021)
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973 |
| • Density | 30.55/sq mi (11.79/km2) |
| Time zone | Eastern (EST) |
| ZIP code |
14786 (West Clarksville)
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| FIPS code | 36-003-15990 |
Clarksville is a small town in Allegany County, New York. In 2020, about 982 people lived here. The town is named after S.N. Clark, who worked for the Holland Land Company.
Clarksville is located in the southwest part of Allegany County. It is northeast of the city of Olean.
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History of Clarksville
The first people to settle in this area arrived around 1822. The town of Clarksville was officially created in 1835. It was formed by taking a part of the nearby town of Cuba.
Geography of Clarksville
Clarksville covers an area of about 94 square kilometers (36 square miles). Only a very small part of this area, about 0.05 square kilometers, is water.
The western edge of the town forms the border with Cattaraugus County. New York State Route 305 is an important road that runs north and south through Clarksville.
Population Information
In 2020, the town of Clarksville had a population of 982 people. Over the years, the number of people living here has changed. For example, in 1840, there were only 326 residents. The population grew steadily for many years, reaching its highest point in 2010 with 1,161 people. Since then, the population has seen a small decrease.
Most people living in Clarksville are White. The town has a mix of families and individuals. Many households include children under 18. The population includes young people, adults, and seniors.
Communities and Locations in Clarksville
Clarksville has several smaller communities and interesting places within its borders:
- Dodge Creek – This is a stream that flows through the middle of the town. It runs close to West Clarksville and follows along New York State Route 305.
- Germantown – You can find this location in the northwest corner of the town.
- North Clarkstown – This used to be a location in the town, but it is no longer a recognized community.
- Obi – This is a small hamlet located on New York State Route 305 (also called Obi Road). It is near the southern border of the town.
- West Clarksville – This is a hamlet located near the center of the town. It is where County Route 40 (Jordan Hill Road) meets New York State Route 305 (Portville Road).
- Wolf Creek – This is another stream located in the western part of the town.
See also
In Spanish: Clarksville (Nueva York) para niños
