Hindsville, Arkansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hindsville, Arkansas
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Location in Madison County, Arkansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Madison |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.37 sq mi (0.97 km2) |
| • Land | 0.37 sq mi (0.96 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,375 ft (419 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 90 |
| • Density | 241.94/sq mi (93.51/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72738
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| Area code(s) | 479 |
| FIPS code | 05-32470 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2405843 |
Hindsville is a small town in Madison County, Arkansas, United States. It is part of the Northwest Arkansas region. In 2020, about 90 people lived there. The town was named after John Hinds, who was one of the first people to settle in the area.
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Exploring Hindsville's Location
Hindsville is located in the beautiful state of Arkansas. It is a small community with a total area of about 0.37 square miles. Most of this area is land, with only a tiny bit of water.
Roads and Nearby Cities
A major road, U.S. Highway 412, goes around the town. This road was made wider in 2007. It helps traffic move smoothly without going right through the town. You can travel about 19 miles west on this highway to reach Springdale. If you go about 9 miles southeast, you will find Huntsville. Huntsville is important because it is the main town for Madison County.
Water Features in Hindsville
The town's land is gently sloped, and water from rain drains into Whitener Branch. This branch is a small stream that flows west. It eventually joins the larger White River.
Hindsville Lake: A Historic Water Body
Just 3 miles west of Hindsville is Hindsville Lake. This lake is special because it is one of the oldest man-made lakes in Arkansas. It was built in March 1950. This means it was the very first lake built by the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission. In 2007, the lake was temporarily emptied so that its dam could be fixed.
Population of Hindsville
The number of people living in Hindsville has changed over the years. Here is a quick look at its population:
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| 1990 | 69 | — | |
| 2000 | 75 | 8.7% | |
| 2010 | 61 | −18.7% | |
| 2020 | 90 | 47.5% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were 75 people living in Hindsville. Most of the people living there were white. About 2.67% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino. The average age of people in the town was 32 years old.
Education in Hindsville
Students who live in Hindsville attend schools that are part of the Huntsville School District. This district provides education for children and teens in the area.
Famous People from Hindsville
One notable person from Hindsville is George William Fullerton. He was a very important person in the music world. George Fullerton helped start a company called G&L Musical Instruments. He also worked closely with Leo Fender, who was famous for creating electric guitars.
See also
In Spanish: Hindsville (Arkansas) para niños
