Enochville, North Carolina facts for kids
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Enochville, North Carolina
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Location of Enochville, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Rowan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.71 sq mi (12.20 km2) |
| • Land | 4.48 sq mi (11.60 km2) |
| • Water | 0.23 sq mi (0.60 km2) |
| Elevation | 824 ft (251 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,893 |
| • Density | 646.05/sq mi (249.47/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 37-21500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2402456 |
Enochville is a community in Rowan County, North Carolina, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government. In 2020, about 2,893 people lived there.
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A Look Back: Enochville's History
Enochville was once an official town. It was one of the oldest towns in Rowan County. The town was first created in 1877. However, it stopped being an official town in 1974.
Why Enochville Lost Its Town Status
For a while, people thought Enochville was still an official town. But its original town rules were actually still active. In 1973, people in Enochville got to vote on whether they wanted to remain an official town. They voted against it, with 84 people saying no and 41 saying yes.
Efforts to Become a Town Again
In 2003, some people wanted Enochville to become an official town again. But a nearby city, Kannapolis, was against this idea. In 2009, a plan to make Enochville a town was brought to the state government. However, the plan did not pass.
Historic Places and Famous People
Near Enochville, you can find two important historic buildings. The Corriher Grange Hall is one of them. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it's a special place recognized for its history. The Gen. William Kerr House is another historic property nearby.
Enochville is also the birthplace of Elvia Allman. She was a well-known actress in radio and television during the 1900s.
Exploring Enochville's Geography
Enochville is a census-designated place (CDP). It covers a total area of about 4.7 square miles (12.2 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 4.4 square miles (11.6 square kilometers), is land. The rest, about 0.2 square miles (0.6 square kilometers), is water.
Who Lives in Enochville: Demographics
The United States Census Bureau collects information about people living in different areas. This helps us understand the population.
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| 2020 | 2,893 | — | |
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Enochville's Population in 2020
In 2020, the census counted 2,893 people living in Enochville. These people lived in 1,235 households. A household is a group of people living together in one home. Out of these, 827 were families.
Different Backgrounds in Enochville
Enochville is home to people from many different backgrounds. The table below shows the racial makeup of the community based on the 2020 census.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 2,407 | 83.2% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 69 | 2.39% |
| Native American | 7 | 0.24% |
| Asian | 31 | 1.07% |
| Other/Mixed | 87 | 3.01% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 292 | 10.09% |
Learning in Enochville: Education
Students in Enochville attend schools that are part of the Rowan–Salisbury School System. The former Enochville Elementary School was in the area, but it closed in June 2021. Most students now go to South Rowan High School in nearby Landis.
See also
In Spanish: Enochville para niños
