Hurt, Virginia facts for kids
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Hurt, Virginia
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Location of Hurt, Virginia
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Virginia | |
| County | Pittsylvania | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Council-Manager | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.51 sq mi (9.10 km2) | |
| • Land | 3.48 sq mi (9.00 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.04 sq mi (0.09 km2) | |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,267 | |
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1,267 | |
| • Density | 364.08/sq mi (141/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP code |
24563
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| Area code(s) | 434 | |
| FIPS code | 51-39224 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 1468433 | |
Hurt is a small town located in Pittsylvania County, Virginia, in the United States. In 2020, about 1,269 people lived there. It is part of the larger Danville area.
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History of Hurt
The town of Hurt is named after an important early citizen, Colonel John R. Hurt.
Two special places in Hurt are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means they are recognized for their important history. These places are Hill Grove School and Locust Hill.
Where is Hurt Located?
Hurt covers an area of about 3.41 square miles (which is about 9 square kilometers). Most of this area is land.
The main road that goes through Hurt is U.S. Route 29. There's a special part of this road that goes right through the town. The main highway of U.S. Route 29 actually goes around Hurt and the nearby town of Altavista.
People of Hurt
The population of Hurt has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there according to the U.S. Census:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 1,434 | — | |
| 1980 | 1,481 | 3.3% | |
| 1990 | 1,294 | −12.6% | |
| 2000 | 1,276 | −1.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,304 | 2.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,267 | −2.8% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,276 people living in Hurt. The town had a mix of different people. Most residents were White, and about 12% were African American. A small number of people were Native American, Asian, or from other backgrounds.
Famous People from Hurt
- Stacy Compton is a well-known NASCAR driver who comes from Hurt. NASCAR is a popular type of car racing in the United States.
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In Spanish: Hurt (Virginia) para niños
