Hopeulikit, Georgia facts for kids
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Hopeulikit, Georgia
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Location in Bulloch County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Bulloch |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.25 sq mi (5.8 km2) |
| • Land | 2.25 sq mi (5.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Elevation | 223 ft (68 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 769 (Estimate) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
30461
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| Area code(s) | 912 |
Hopeulikit is a small place in Bulloch County, Georgia, in the United States. It's called an "unincorporated community" because it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. The name is pronounced "Hope you like it."
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The Name Hopeulikit
The unusual name "Hopeulikit" comes from a dance hall that was popular in the 1920s. This dance hall was located where the community is today. It was right at the crossing of two important roads: U.S. Route 80 and U.S. Route 25. Hopeulikit is often mentioned on lists of places with very unique names.
Hopeulikit's History
Hopeulikit was started by Beatrice and John Paul Ellis. Their families have owned land in this area for many years. The state of Georgia has known Hopeulikit as a community since the early 1960s. However, it has always remained an unincorporated community. This means it does not have its own city government.
Where is Hopeulikit?
Hopeulikit is located about eight miles northwest of Statesboro. You can find it where U.S. Highways 25 and 80 meet. The community is 223 feet (or 68 meters) above sea level.
People in Hopeulikit
Since Hopeulikit is an unincorporated community, the U.S. Census does not count its population separately. This means there isn't an official survey of how many people live there. However, in 2019, it was estimated that about 769 people lived in Hopeulikit.
Hopeulikit in the News
When people drive on U.S. Route 25 or U.S. Route 80 in Bulloch County, they often see signs that say "Welcome to Hopeulikit." These signs grab people's attention because of the community's unique name.
Back in the 1920s and 1930s, the "Hopeulikit Dance Hall" was a very popular place. It was one of the biggest attractions in the area. Because of its interesting name and history, Hopeulikit has received attention from the media. For example, it has been featured on WTOC-TV, a TV station in Savannah. It has also been mentioned on several websites that focus on tourist attractions, like SouthEastRoads and RoadsideThoughts. Even the official website for the State of Georgia's Communities has a page about Hopeulikit here.
