Delhi, New York facts for kids
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Delhi, New York
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Delaware County Courthouse
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 Delhi, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Delaware |
| Named for | Delhi, India |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 64.60 sq mi (167.31 km2) |
| • Land | 64.20 sq mi (166.27 km2) |
| • Water | 0.40 sq mi (1.04 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,795 |
| • Density | 74.226/sq mi (28.659/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13753
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-025-20137 |
| GNIS feature ID | 978895 |
Delhi (pronounced DEL-hy) is a town in Delaware County, New York, United States. In 2020, about 4,795 people lived there. The town is in the east-central part of the county. It includes the small village also named Delhi. The State University of New York at Delhi is located in the town.
The town was named after the city of Delhi, which is the capital of India. One of the founders, Ebenezer Foote, was known as "The Great Mogul," a title that refers to powerful leaders. Another founder, Erastus Root, had a different idea for the name. When he found out it would be called Delhi, he joked about its pronunciation. Some people also say the name is pronounced "DEL-hy" because it's "HIGH" on the DELaware River.
The town is also famous as the setting for the 1959 book My Side of the Mountain by Jean Craighead George.
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History of Delhi
Delhi was created on March 23, 1798. It was formed from parts of three other towns: Kortright, Middletown, and Walton. As mentioned, it was named after Delhi in India.
Where is Delhi?
The town of Delhi is located right in the middle of Delaware County. It covers about 64.6 square miles (167.3 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with only a small part being water. The West Branch Delaware River flows through the center of the town. The Little Delaware River joins the West Branch just south of Delhi village.
People of Delhi
In 2020, the town of Delhi had 4,795 residents. There were about 1,520 households. Most people living in Delhi are White, but there are also Black, Asian, Native American, and other racial groups. About 8% of the population is Hispanic or Latino.
The population includes people of all ages. About 12% are under 18 years old, and about 17% are 65 or older. The average age in Delhi is around 23.8 years. The average income for a household in Delhi was about $63,333.
Communities in Delhi Town
The Town of Delhi includes several smaller communities:
- Delhi – This is the main village located in the center of the town.
- East Delhi – A small community northeast of Delhi village. You can find the Christian Church and Fitches Covered Bridge here, both are historic places.
- Fraser – A community southwest of Delhi village, located on NY 10.
- West Delhi – A community west of Delhi village. The West Delhi Presbyterian Church, Manse, and Cemetery is a historic site here.
Places to See in Delhi
Delhi has several important landmarks:
- Delaware County Courthouse – This is the main courthouse for the county.
- Gideon Frisbee House – This historic house is where Delaware County was officially formed in 1797. It is now part of the Delaware County Historical Association.
- Soldiers Monument – A monument built to honor soldiers who fought in the American Civil War. It stands in the Courthouse Square.
- Delhi Village Hall – This building used to be the Delaware County Courthouse. Important trials were held here during the Anti-Rent War, a time when farmers protested against unfair land rents.
- Fitches Covered Bridge – A beautiful covered bridge built in 1870.
- Other historic homes like the Judge Gideon Frisbee House, Murray Hill, and Sherwood Family Estate are also listed as important historical places.
Learning in Delhi
Delhi is home to important educational institutions:
- Delaware Academy – This school serves students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
- State University of New York at Delhi – A college where students can get higher education.
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