Gatesville, North Carolina facts for kids
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Gatesville, North Carolina
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Location of Gatesville, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Gates |
| Founded | 1779 |
| Incorporated | 1830 |
| Named for | Horatio Gates |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.40 sq mi (1.05 km2) |
| • Land | 0.40 sq mi (1.05 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 267 |
| • Density | 660.89/sq mi (255.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27938
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| Area code(s) | 252 |
| FIPS code | 37-25680 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406552 |
Gatesville is a small town located in Gates County, North Carolina, United States. It is the main town, also known as the county seat, of Gates County. In 2020, the town had a population of 267 people.
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History of Gatesville
The area where Gatesville now stands was first known as Bennetts Creek Landing. This was back in 1779. Later, it was called Gates Courthouse. In 1830, it officially became a town and was named Gatesville. The town was named after Horatio Gates, an important commander during the American Revolutionary War.
Several historic buildings in Gatesville are recognized for their importance. They are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include the Elmwood Plantation, Eure-Roberts House, Gates County Courthouse, Roberts-Carter House, Rountree Family Farm, and Reid's Grove School.
Geography of Gatesville
Gatesville is a small town in terms of size. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers an area of about 0.4 square miles (1.05 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 156 | — | |
| 1880 | 187 | 19.9% | |
| 1890 | 232 | 24.1% | |
| 1900 | 200 | −13.8% | |
| 1910 | 203 | 1.5% | |
| 1930 | 320 | — | |
| 1940 | 297 | −7.2% | |
| 1950 | 323 | 8.8% | |
| 1960 | 460 | 42.4% | |
| 1970 | 338 | −26.5% | |
| 1980 | 363 | 7.4% | |
| 1990 | 308 | −15.2% | |
| 2000 | 281 | −8.8% | |
| 2010 | 321 | 14.2% | |
| 2020 | 267 | −16.8% | |
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Gatesville Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census counted 267 people living in Gatesville. There were 120 households and 71 families in the town at that time.
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (non-Hispanic) | 230 | 86.14% |
| Black or African American (non-Hispanic) | 28 | 10.49% |
| Native American | 2 | 0.75% |
| Other/Mixed | 5 | 1.87% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 2 | 0.75% |
Famous People from Gatesville
Many interesting people have come from Gatesville, North Carolina. Here are a few:
- Jessie Britt (born 1963), a football player.
- Calvin Earl (born 1952), a performer and educator known for African American Spirituals.
- Charles Walter Greene (1849–1926), an educator.
- John M. Harrell (1828–1907), a lawyer and writer.
- L. Glenn Perry (1944–1998), who was a Chief Accountant for the United States Securities and Exchange Commission.
- Floyd Millard Riddick (1908–2000), a senior civil servant.
- Herman Riddick (1907–1968), a football player and coach.
- William Paul Roberts (1841–1910), a politician and diplomat.
- Thomas Smith (born 1970), a football player.
- Delmar T. Spivey (1905–1982), a military officer.
- Andrew Jackson Stedman (1828–1884), a publisher.
- Hallett Sydney Ward (1870–1956), a Congressman.
See also
In Spanish: Gatesville (Carolina del Norte) para niños
