Hindsboro, Illinois facts for kids
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Hindsboro
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Location of Hindsboro in Douglas County, Illinois.
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Illinois |
| County | Douglas |
| Township | Bowdre |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Land | 0.27 sq mi (0.70 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 650 ft (200 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 275 |
| • Density | 1,022.30/sq mi (394.00/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code(s) |
61930
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| Area code(s) | 217 |
| FIPS code | 17-35281 |
| GNIS ID | 2398513 |
| Wikimedia Commons | Hindsboro, Illinois |
Hindsboro is a small village in Douglas County, Illinois, United States. In 2020, about 275 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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Where is Hindsboro?
Hindsboro is located in Douglas County, Illinois. It covers a total area of about 0.70 square kilometers (0.27 square miles). This entire area is land, with no large bodies of water.
Hindsboro's Railroad History
A long time ago, on November 30, 1874, a train line called the Illinois Midland Railroad opened. This line connected important cities like Terre Haute and Peoria. It passed right through Hindsboro, just north of the grain elevator. This railroad was very important for moving goods and people.
Who Lives in Hindsboro?
The number of people living in Hindsboro has changed over the years.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 97 | — | |
| 1890 | 288 | 196.9% | |
| 1900 | 343 | 19.1% | |
| 1910 | 498 | 45.2% | |
| 1920 | 463 | −7.0% | |
| 1930 | 424 | −8.4% | |
| 1940 | 407 | −4.0% | |
| 1950 | 377 | −7.4% | |
| 1960 | 376 | −0.3% | |
| 1970 | 418 | 11.2% | |
| 1980 | 407 | −2.6% | |
| 1990 | 346 | −15.0% | |
| 2000 | 361 | 4.3% | |
| 2010 | 313 | −13.3% | |
| 2020 | 275 | −12.1% | |
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Population in 2020
According to the 2020 census, 275 people lived in Hindsboro. There were 160 households and 118 families. Most people living in the village were White (95.64%). A small number were from other backgrounds. About 6.18% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age Groups
- About 31.3% of households had children under 18 years old.
- Many households (56.25%) were married couples living together.
- The average household had 2.84 people.
- The average family had 2.50 people.
The median age in Hindsboro was 43.0 years old. This means half the people were younger than 43, and half were older.
Income in Hindsboro
The median income for a household in Hindsboro was $58,750. For families, the median income was $63,125. The average income per person in the village was $27,193. A small percentage of families and people lived below the poverty line.
News and Information
Hindsboro has its own local newspaper. It's called the Oakland Independent and it comes out every week. This paper helps keep everyone in the village updated on local news.
Getting Around Hindsboro
You can get around Hindsboro using a service called Dial-A-Ride Public Transportation. This is a bus service that you can call to pick you up. If you want to travel further by train, the closest passenger train station is at Mattoon station. From there, you can take Amtrak trains to big cities like Chicago and New Orleans.
Famous People from Hindsboro
- Dick Hyde: He was a baseball pitcher. He played for famous teams like the Washington Senators and the Baltimore Orioles.
See also
In Spanish: Hindsboro (Illinois) para niños
