Hopeful, Georgia facts for kids
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Hopeful, Georgia
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 Hopeful, Georgia
Location in Georgia (U.S. state)
Hopeful, Georgia
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Mitchell |
| Elevation | 154 ft (47 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
31730
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| Area code(s) | 229 |
Hopeful is a small, quiet community located in Mitchell County, Georgia, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own city government or mayor. Instead, it's managed by the county government. Hopeful is situated in the southern part of the state of Georgia.
A Look Back: Hopeful's Story
Hopeful got its name a long time ago. The very first people who settled here had a very positive outlook. They were full of "hope" for the future of their new home. Because of their optimistic spirit, they decided to call their community Hopeful. It's a name that reflects the good feelings of its founders.
Exploring Hopeful: Where It Is
Hopeful is located in a specific spot in Mitchell County. You can find it where two main roads meet: Georgia Highway 65 and River Road. These are important routes for getting around the area.
Roads That Run Through Hopeful
Several other roads also pass through the Hopeful community. These include:
- Georgia Highway 97
- Colonial Road
- Firetower Road
- Broomsedge Road
- Hopeful Park Road
- Willie Curtis Road
These roads connect the different parts of Hopeful and link it to nearby areas. The community sits at an elevation of about 154 feet above sea level. This means it's not very high up, but it's also not right at sea level.
