Holgate, Ohio facts for kids
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Holgate, Ohio
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Village
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Wilhelm Street downtown
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| Nickname(s):
H-town
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Location of Holgate, Ohio
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Location of Holgate in Henry County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| County | Henry |
| Government | |
| • Type | Village Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.15 sq mi (2.99 km2) |
| • Land | 1.15 sq mi (2.99 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 712 ft (217 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,061 |
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1,043 |
| • Density | 919.41/sq mi (354.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
43527
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| Area code(s) | 419 |
| FIPS code | 39-35854 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2398521 |
Holgate is a small village located in Henry County, Ohio, United States. In 2020, about 1,061 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Holgate
Holgate was first planned out in 1873. Back then, it was known as Kaufmanville. The village grew when a railroad line was built through the area. It officially became a village in 1881. The name "Holgate" comes from William Holgate, who owned the land where the town was built. A post office has been serving the community since 1874.
Geography and Location
Holgate is located in the state of Ohio. According to the United States Census Bureau, the village covers a total area of about 1.15 square miles (2.99 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the village limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 595 | — | |
| 1890 | 1,134 | 90.6% | |
| 1900 | 1,237 | 9.1% | |
| 1910 | 1,095 | −11.5% | |
| 1920 | 1,039 | −5.1% | |
| 1930 | 951 | −8.5% | |
| 1940 | 1,050 | 10.4% | |
| 1950 | 1,092 | 4.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,374 | 25.8% | |
| 1970 | 1,541 | 12.2% | |
| 1980 | 1,315 | −14.7% | |
| 1990 | 1,290 | −1.9% | |
| 2000 | 1,194 | −7.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,109 | −7.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,061 | −4.3% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 1,043 | −6.0% | |
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Holgate's Population in 2010
In 2010, the village of Holgate had 1,109 people living in 408 households. About 292 of these households were families. The village had a population density of about 964 people per square mile. There were also 460 housing units in the village.
Most of the people in Holgate in 2010 were White (90.2%). There were also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. About 7% of the population identified with other races, and 1.7% were from two or more races. A significant portion, 19.0%, identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Families and Age Groups
In 2010, about 36.8% of households in Holgate had children under 18 living with them. More than half (50.7%) of households were married couples. About 25.7% of all households were made up of people living alone.
The average age of people in Holgate was 38 years old. About 27.1% of residents were under 18. People aged 65 or older made up 15.6% of the population. The village had a slightly higher number of females (51.3%) than males (48.7%).
Education in Holgate
The public schools in Holgate are managed by the Holgate Local School District. This district provides education for the children living in the village and the surrounding area.
Famous People from Holgate
Holgate has been home to several notable individuals who achieved success in various fields:
- Joe E. Brown – A well-known actor.
- Alene Duerk – The first female Admiral in the U.S. Navy. She graduated from Holgate High School.
- Pete Fahrer – A professional baseball player.
- Olin Smith – A professional football player.
Images for kids
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Holgate Village Hall and fire station
