Gordonsville, Tennessee facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gordonsville, Tennessee
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Main Street in Gordonsville
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Location of Gordonsville in Smith County, Tennessee.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Smith |
| Incorporated | 1909 |
| Named for | Gordon family (early settlers) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 7.16 sq mi (18.55 km2) |
| • Land | 7.11 sq mi (18.42 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 km2) |
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,363 |
| • Density | 191.67/sq mi (74.01/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38563
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| Area code(s) | 615 |
| FIPS code | 47-30120 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1285704 |
Gordonsville is a small town located in Smith County, Tennessee, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,363 people lived there. The town was officially started in 1909. It was named after the Gordon family, who were some of the first people to settle in the area.
About Gordonsville's Location
Gordonsville is found at specific geographic coordinates: 36.177215 degrees North and 85.930548 degrees West. This helps pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
The town covers a total area of about 7.16 square miles (18.55 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 7.11 square miles (18.42 square kilometers), is land. A small part, about 0.05 square miles (0.13 square kilometers), is water.
How Many People Live in Gordonsville?
The number of people living in Gordonsville has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown:
- In 1880, there were 184 people.
- By 1910, the population grew to 245.
- In 1970, it jumped to 601 people.
- By 2000, the town had 1,066 residents.
- In 2010, the population was 1,213.
- The most recent count in 2020 showed 1,363 people living in Gordonsville.
In 2020, there were 1,363 people living in Gordonsville. These people lived in 594 different homes, and 452 of these were families. The town is home to people from various backgrounds. Most residents are White, but there are also African American, Asian, and Hispanic or Latino people, along with those of mixed heritage.
Famous People From Gordonsville
Some notable people have come from Gordonsville:
- Tommy Bridges: A professional baseball player and scout.
- Jeff Bennett: Another professional baseball player.
- Virginia Prewett: A well-known journalist.
