Hogansville, Georgia facts for kids
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Hogansville, Georgia
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East Main Street-Johnson Street Historic District
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Location in Troup County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | Georgia | ||
| County | Troup | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 7.40 sq mi (19.16 km2) | ||
| • Land | 7.32 sq mi (18.95 km2) | ||
| • Water | 0.08 sq mi (0.21 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 3,267 | ||
| • Density | 446.49/sq mi (172.40/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
30230
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| Area code(s) | 706 | ||
| FIPS code | 13-39244 | ||
| GNIS feature ID | 0315520 | ||
Hogansville is a city located in Troup County, Georgia, in the United States. It's a small city known for its friendly community.
In 2010, about 3,060 people lived here. By 2020, the population grew to 3,267. Every year since 1998, Hogansville has hosted a fun event called the Hummingbird Festival.
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History of Hogansville
The city of Hogansville got its name from William Hogan. He was the original owner of the land where the town was built.
Geography and Location
Hogansville is easy to reach by road. Major highways like Interstate 85 and U.S. Route 29 pass through or near the city. Other important roads include Georgia State Route 54 and Georgia State Route 100.
The city covers a total area of about 7.40 square miles (19.16 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
People and Population
According to the 2020 United States Census, 3,267 people lived in Hogansville. There were 1,056 households and 657 families in the city.
The population of Hogansville has changed over the years:
- In 1880, there were 400 people.
- By 1940, the population grew to 3,886.
- In 2000, it was 2,774.
- The population increased to 3,060 in 2010.
- And reached 3,267 in 2020.
The people living in Hogansville come from different backgrounds. In 2020, about 49.4% of the population was White (not Hispanic). Around 39.73% were Black or African American (not Hispanic). Other groups included Native American, Asian, Pacific Islander, and people of mixed races. About 5.33% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Arts and Culture in Hogansville
Hogansville offers several exciting attractions and events for its residents and visitors.
One of the most popular events is the Hogansville Hummingbird Festival. This festival celebrates arts and crafts. The city also hosts a lively Christmas Parade. Another fun event is Trunk or Treat, especially popular around Halloween.
Famous People from Hogansville
Many talented people have come from Hogansville, including:
- J. M. Gates – A well-known preacher and gospel singer.
- Terry Godwin – A football player who played for the University of Georgia.
- Gar Heard – A professional basketball player.
- Alfred Jenkins – A professional football player.
- Luther "Houserocker" Johnson – A blues guitarist and singer.
- Ed Levy – A professional baseball player.
- Cowboy Jimmy Moore – A champion billiard player.
- Derek Smith – A professional basketball player.
- John Whelchel – A football player.
See also
In Spanish: Hogansville para niños
