Drakesville, Iowa facts for kids
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Drakesville, Iowa
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Location of Drakesville, Iowa
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Davis |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.24 sq mi (0.63 km2) |
| • Land | 0.24 sq mi (0.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 889 ft (271 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 164 |
| • Density | 672.13/sq mi (259.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
52552
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| Area code(s) | 641 |
| FIPS code | 19-22350 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2394561 |
Drakesville is a small city located in Davis County, Iowa, in the United States. It is a quiet place with a friendly community. According to the 2020 census, 164 people live there.
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History of Drakesville
Drakesville was started in 1847. It was first called Drakeville. The city got its name from its founder, a person named John A. Drake.
Geography of Drakesville
Drakesville is located in the state of Iowa. The city covers a total area of about 0.63 square kilometers (or 0.25 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the city limits.
People of Drakesville
The number of people living in Drakesville has changed over the years. In 1850, there were 198 residents. The population grew to 303 people by 1890. Since then, it has generally decreased. In 2020, the population was 164.
Drakesville is also known for being in the middle of Iowa's growing Amish community. The Amish are a group of people who live a simple lifestyle. They often avoid modern technology.
Population Changes Over Time
Here is a look at how the population of Drakesville has changed:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1850 | 198 | — |
| 1870 | 207 | +4.5% |
| 1880 | 300 | +44.9% |
| 1890 | 303 | +1.0% |
| 1900 | 238 | −21.5% |
| 1910 | 249 | +4.6% |
| 1920 | 261 | +4.8% |
| 1930 | 190 | −27.2% |
| 1940 | 252 | +32.6% |
| 1950 | 222 | −11.9% |
| 1960 | 197 | −11.3% |
| 1970 | 163 | −17.3% |
| 1980 | 212 | +30.1% |
| 1990 | 172 | −18.9% |
| 2000 | 185 | +7.6% |
| 2010 | 184 | −0.5% |
| 2020 | 164 | −10.9% |
| Source: and Iowa Data Center Source: |
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Education in Drakesville
Students in Drakesville attend public schools. These schools are part of the Davis County Community School District. This district helps make sure that children in the area get a good education.
See also
In Spanish: Drakesville (Iowa) para niños
