Istachatta, Florida facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Istachatta, Florida
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The Istachatta community center and Hernando County Public Library on the corner of CR 439 and Magnon Drive
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Location in Hernando County and the state of Florida
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| Country | United States |
| State | Florida |
| County | Hernando |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.35 sq mi (0.91 km2) |
| • Land | 0.31 sq mi (0.79 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.12 km2) |
| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 126 |
| • Density | 411.76/sq mi (158.91/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
34636
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| Area code(s) | 352 |
| FIPS code | 12-34275 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0284632 |
Istachatta is a small community in Hernando County, Florida, United States. It's known as a census-designated place (CDP), which means it's an area that looks like a town but isn't officially governed as one.
In 2020, about 126 people lived there. The name "Istachatta" comes from a Seminole word that means "man snake."
Where is Istachatta?
Istachatta is located in the northeast part of Hernando County. It sits right next to the Withlacoochee River.
The community is about 11 miles (18 km) northeast of Brooksville, which is the main city in Hernando County. It's also about 14 miles (23 km) south of Inverness.
Size and Trails
Istachatta is quite small, covering an area of about 0.35 square miles (0.91 square kilometers). A small part of this area is water, mostly from the river.
A cool feature of Istachatta is that it's located along the Withlacoochee State Trail. This trail is a long path built on old railroad lines. It's great for biking, walking, and enjoying nature, stretching north into Citrus County and south into Pasco County.
Who Lives in Istachatta?
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| 2020 | 126 | — | |
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Istachatta is a very small community. In 2020, the population was 126 people. This was a small increase from 2010, when 116 people lived there, and from 2000, when the population was 65.
Gallery
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The Withlacoochee State Trail facing south from the Magnon Drive crossing in Istachatta
See also
In Spanish: Istachatta para niños
