Gilliam, Louisiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gilliam, Louisiana
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Location of Gilliam in Caddo Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Caddo |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.37 sq mi (6.13 km2) |
| • Land | 2.37 sq mi (6.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 190 ft (60 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 123 |
| • Density | 52.01/sq mi (20.08/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-29010 |
Gilliam is a small village located in Caddo Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. It is part of the larger Shreveport–Bossier City area. In 2020, about 123 people lived there.
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A Look Back at Gilliam's Past
The Big Tornado of 1908
On May 13, 1908, a very strong tornado hit the community of Gilliam. It was around dinnertime. The storm was very powerful and destroyed most of the town. Only two homes were left standing. Sadly, 34 people in Gilliam lost their lives. The tornado also killed 15 more people in nearby towns.
Where is Gilliam?
Location and Nearby Roads
Gilliam is located in the northeastern part of Caddo Parish. You can find it at coordinates 32.827585 degrees North and 93.844388 degrees West.
U.S. Route 71 runs along the west side of the village. This road can take you south about 4 miles (6.4 km) to Belcher. If you keep going, it's about 22 miles (35 km) to Shreveport. If you head north on US 71, it's about 4 miles (6.4 km) to Hosston and 14 miles (23 km) to the Arkansas border.
Size of the Village
According to the United States Census Bureau, Gilliam covers a total area of about 2.37 square miles (6.13 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Who Lives in Gilliam?
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in Gilliam has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different censuses:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 211 | — | |
| 1980 | 244 | 15.6% | |
| 1990 | 202 | −17.2% | |
| 2000 | 178 | −11.9% | |
| 2010 | 164 | −7.9% | |
| 2020 | 123 | −25.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 178 people living in Gilliam. By 2020, the population was 123 people.
People and Households
In 2000, there were 71 households in the village. A household means all the people living in one home. About 22.5% of these households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (49.3%) were married couples living together.
The people in Gilliam were spread out by age. About 23% were under 18 years old. About 12.9% were 65 years or older. The average age in the village was 38 years.
Famous People from Gilliam
- John North was a football coach. He was the head coach for the New Orleans Saints from 1973 to 1975.
See also
In Spanish: Gilliam (Luisiana) para niños
