Cochranville, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cochranville, Pennsylvania
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Methodist Episcopal Church
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Location in Chester County and the state of Pennsylvania.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Chester |
| Township | West Fallowfield |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.12 sq mi (2.90 km2) |
| • Land | 1.12 sq mi (2.89 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 582 ft (177 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 631 |
| • Density | 564.91/sq mi (218.02/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19330
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| Area code(s) | 610 and 484 |
| FIPS code | 42-14808 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1172116 |
Cochranville is a small community located in West Fallowfield Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is known as a "census-designated place" (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the government for collecting population data. However, it doesn't have its own separate local government like a city or town.
In 2020, about 631 people lived in Cochranville. It is also the hometown of famous Olympic swimmer Cierra Runge.
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Where is Cochranville Located?
Cochranville is found in West Fallowfield Township. It sits right next to the eastern border of this township. The community is located at coordinates 39°53′30″N 75°55′17″W / 39.89167°N 75.92139°W.
Major Roads in Cochranville
Two important roads meet in Cochranville:
- Route 10 goes north towards Parkesburg. It also heads southwest to Oxford.
- Route 41 travels northwest to Atglen and Gap. It also goes southeast to Avondale.
Size of the Area
Cochranville covers a total area of about 2.9 square kilometers (or 1.12 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water within its boundaries.
Who Lives in Cochranville?
The number of people living in Cochranville changes over time.
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| 2020 | 631 | — | |
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In 2010, the population was 668 people. By 2020, the population was recorded as 631 people. This information helps us understand how the community is growing or changing.
Images for kids
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Former Presbyterian church building
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See also
In Spanish: Cochranville para niños
