Kahaluʻu, Hawaii facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Kahaluʻu
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The Hygienic Store, a well-known landmark in Kahaluu
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Location in Honolulu County and the state of Hawaii
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| Country | United States |
| State | Hawaiʻi |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.53 sq mi (11.72 km2) |
| • Land | 3.48 sq mi (9.02 km2) |
| • Water | 1.04 sq mi (2.70 km2) |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 5,241 |
| • Density | 1,505.60/sq mi (581.27/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-10 (Hawaii-Aleutian) |
| ZIP code |
96744
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| Area code(s) | 808 |
| FIPS code | 15-21200 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0359686 |
Kahaluʻu (/ˌkɑːhəˈluːʔuː/; Hawaiian pronunciation: [ˈkɐhɐˈluʔu]) is a quiet community located in Honolulu County, Hawaii, on the island of Oahu. It's known as a "census-designated place" (CDP), which means it's a specific area defined for gathering population information. In the Hawaiian language, kaha luʻu means "diving place." As of 2020, about 5,241 people live in Kahaluʻu.
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About Kahaluʻu
Kahaluʻu is on the windward side of Oahu. This means it faces the direction from which the wind usually blows. When you travel to Kahaluʻu, you'll see the ocean (which is actually Kaneohe Bay) very close to the main highway.
The area is mostly rural, meaning it has a lot of open land and fewer buildings. However, it is slowly becoming a more developed residential community. The U.S. postal code for Kahaluʻu is 96744.
A famous spot in Kahaluʻu is The Hygienic Store. This store was part of the biggest dairy farm in Hawaii back in the early 1900s.
Where is Kahaluʻu Located?
Kahaluʻu is located at coordinates 21°27′40″N 157°50′28″W / 21.46111°N 157.84111°W. It sits right next to Ahuimanu to the south. To its north is Waiahole.
The total area of Kahaluʻu is about 11.7 square kilometers (4.5 square miles). Most of this area is land, about 9.0 square kilometers (3.5 square miles). The rest, about 2.7 square kilometers (1.0 square mile), is water.
People of Kahaluʻu
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| 2020 | 5,241 | — | |
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In 2020, the population of Kahaluʻu was 5,241 people. In the year 2000, there were 2,935 people living here. They lived in 927 households, and 716 of these were families.
The people living in Kahaluʻu come from many different backgrounds. In 2000, the community was made up of people who identified as White, Asian, Pacific Islander, and those from two or more races. There were also people who identified as Hispanic or Latino. This mix of cultures makes Kahaluʻu a diverse place.
Schools in Kahaluʻu
The Hawaii Department of Education manages the schools in the area. One of the schools is Kahaluʻu Elementary School, which serves younger students in the community.
Famous People from Kahaluʻu
Many interesting people have lived in Kahaluʻu. Here are a few:
- Chris McKinney (born in 1973) is a well-known writer.
- Hiram Fong (1906-2004) was an important politician and a senator. He even ran for president in 1964.
- Katherine Kealoha was a former Honolulu Deputy City Prosecutor.
- Kalei Mau is a talented volleyball player with both Filipino and Hawaiian heritage.
See also
In Spanish: Kahaluu para niños
