Georgetown, Louisiana facts for kids
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Georgetown, Louisiana
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Location of Georgetown in Grant Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Grant |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.30 sq mi (3.37 km2) |
| • Land | 1.30 sq mi (3.36 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 95 ft (29 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 277 |
| • Density | 213.24/sq mi (82.34/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-28660 |
Georgetown is a small village located in Grant Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is part of the larger Alexandria, Louisiana area. In 2010, the village had a population of 327 people. By 2020, the population was 277.
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A Glimpse into Georgetown's Past
Georgetown is located along an old road called the Harrisonburg Road. This road was important because it connected to other major routes like the Natchez Trace and El Camino Real. These roads helped people travel and trade across different parts of the country long ago.
Where is Georgetown Located?
Georgetown is found in the northeast part of Grant Parish. Its exact location is 31°45′51″N 92°22′56″W / 31.76417°N 92.38222°W. A main road, U.S. Route 165, goes right through the village. If you travel northeast on this road, you'll reach Columbia in about 31 miles. If you head south, you'll get to Alexandria in about 33 miles.
Georgetown's Size and Water Areas
The United States Census Bureau says that Georgetown covers a total area of about 3.4 square kilometers (1.3 square miles). Most of this area is land, with only a tiny part, about 0.01 square kilometers (0.00 square miles), being water.
Who Lives in Georgetown?
Let's look at how the population of Georgetown has changed over the years:
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| 1950 | 355 | — | |
| 1960 | 321 | −9.6% | |
| 1970 | 306 | −4.7% | |
| 1980 | 381 | 24.5% | |
| 1990 | 273 | −28.3% | |
| 2000 | 301 | 10.3% | |
| 2010 | 327 | 8.6% | |
| 2020 | 277 | −15.3% | |
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In 2000, there were 301 people living in Georgetown. These people lived in 126 households, and 86 of those were families. The village had about 231 people per square mile.
Households and Families
Out of the 126 households in 2000:
- About 35% had children under 18 living there.
- Nearly half (49%) were married couples.
- About 15% had a female head of household with no husband present.
- About 29% of households had just one person living alone.
- About 18% of households had someone aged 65 or older living alone.
The average household had about 2.39 people, and the average family had about 2.92 people.
Age Groups in the Village
The population in 2000 was spread out by age:
- Almost 29% were under 18 years old.
- 9% were between 18 and 24.
- About 29% were between 25 and 44.
- Almost 20% were between 45 and 64.
- 14% were 65 years old or older.
The average age in the village was 34 years. For every 100 females, there were about 87 males.
Learning and Schools
Children living in Georgetown attend schools that are part of the Grant Parish School Board.
A Well-Known Person from Georgetown
- Willard Lloyd Rambo was an important person in Louisiana politics. He served as a member of the state House of Representatives from 1952 to 1960. He was also a floor leader for Governor Earl Kemp Long.
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