Conewango, New York facts for kids
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Conewango, New York
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 Conewango, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Cattaraugus |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.14 sq mi (93.59 km2) |
| • Land | 36.11 sq mi (93.54 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,339 ft (408 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 1,794 |
| • Estimate
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1,779 |
| • Density | 50.78/sq mi (19.61/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
14726
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| Area code(s) | 716 |
| FIPS code | 36-009-17684 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0978860 |
Conewango is a small town located in Cattaraugus County, New York, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,794 people lived here. The town gets its name from Conewango Creek, a stream that flows right through it. You can find Conewango on the western edge of Cattaraugus County, a bit northeast of a larger city called Jamestown.
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A Look Back: Conewango's History
The name "Conewango" comes from a native language and means "walking slowly." This probably describes the gentle flow of the Conewango Creek. People first started settling in this area around 1816. The Town of Conewango was officially created in 1823. It was formed from a part of another town called Little Valley. Later, parts of Conewango were used to create other towns. In 1826, the town of Randolph was formed, and in 1832, the town of Leon was created from Conewango's land.
Exploring Conewango's Geography
Conewango covers a total area of about 93.59 square kilometers (or 36.14 square miles). Most of this area, about 93.54 square kilometers (36.11 square miles), is land. Only a tiny part, about 0.06 square kilometers (0.02 square miles), is water.
The western border of Conewango is also the border of Chautauqua County. The Conewango Creek flows through the town and exits near its southwest corner.
Major Roads in Conewango
Several important roads pass through Conewango. These include U.S. Route 62 and New York State Route 241. Also, New York State Route 394 crosses the southeastern part of the town.
Neighboring Towns and Areas
Conewango is surrounded by other towns. To the west, in Chautauqua County, is the town of Ellington. To the south, you'll find the town of Randolph. The town of Leon is to the north. The eastern border of Conewango is shared with the town of Napoli.
Conewango's Population and People
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1830 | 1,712 | — | |
| 1840 | 1,317 | −23.1% | |
| 1850 | 1,408 | 6.9% | |
| 1860 | 1,359 | −3.5% | |
| 1870 | 1,281 | −5.7% | |
| 1880 | 1,299 | 1.4% | |
| 1890 | 1,273 | −2.0% | |
| 1900 | 1,224 | −3.8% | |
| 1910 | 1,098 | −10.3% | |
| 1920 | 931 | −15.2% | |
| 1930 | 1,011 | 8.6% | |
| 1940 | 952 | −5.8% | |
| 1950 | 1,045 | 9.8% | |
| 1960 | 1,162 | 11.2% | |
| 1970 | 1,393 | 19.9% | |
| 1980 | 1,578 | 13.3% | |
| 1990 | 1,702 | 7.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,732 | 1.8% | |
| 2010 | 1,857 | 7.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,794 | −3.4% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 1,779 | −4.2% | |
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According to the 2000 census, there were 1,732 people living in Conewango. These people lived in 509 households, with 403 of them being families. The average household had about 3.40 people, and the average family had about 3.86 people.
The population was quite diverse in age. About 40.1% of the people were under 18 years old. The median age in the town was 29 years old. This means half the people were younger than 29 and half were older.
Conewango is also home to a notable Amish community. The Amish are a group of people known for their simple lifestyle and traditional ways.
Famous People from Conewango
- Leigh G. Kirkland: He was a New York state senator.
- Bill Rexford: He became the NASCAR Grand National Champion in 1950.
- Josh Roth: He played football in the National Football League (NFL) and NFL Europe. He was known as one of the best small-school football players in Western New York. He played college football at the University of Buffalo.
Communities and Places in Conewango
- Axeville – This is a small community, or hamlet, in the northeast part of the town. It's located on County Road 40. It's said that an early settler here was an axe maker.
- Clear Creek – You'll find this hamlet on the western border of the town. It's southwest of Conewango village.
- Conewango – This is the main hamlet of Conewango. It used to be a train station on the Erie Railroad. It's in the northwest part of the town, near U.S. Route 62, NY Route 241, and County Road 40.
- Conewango Creek – This is the main stream in the area. Its name means "walking slowly."
- Conewango Swamp Wildlife Management Area – This is a special area in the southeast of the town set aside for wildlife conservation.
- Conewango Valley – This hamlet is partly in Conewango and partly in the next county. It's west of Conewango village on Route 62. The town's post office is located here.
- East Randolph – A part of this hamlet (which used to be a village) is in the southeast of Conewango. It's located at NY Route 394 and County Road 7.
- Elm Creek – This was once a community near the eastern border of the town, by a stream called Elk Creek.
- Pope – This location is in the center of the town, along Route 241.
- Rutledge – This was a community located in the southwestern part of the town.
