Komensky, Wisconsin facts for kids
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Komensky, Wisconsin
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Location of Komensky, Wisconsin
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Wisconsin |
| County | Jackson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 59.5 sq mi (154.0 km2) |
| • Land | 58.9 sq mi (152.6 km2) |
| • Water | 0.5 sq mi (1.4 km2) |
| Elevation | 902 ft (275 m) |
| Population
(2000)
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| • Total | 462 |
| • Density | 7.8/sq mi (3.0/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 55-40325 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1583493 |
Komensky is a town located in Jackson County, Wisconsin, in the United States. In the year 2000, about 462 people lived here. Some smaller communities are also part of the town, including Hatfield, Waterbury, and Winnebago Mission.
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History of Komensky
The town of Komensky was created in 1913. It was formed from a part of another town called Brockway.
The town got its name from a famous Czech educator and Christian leader. His name was Jan Amos Komenský. He lived a long time ago, from 1592 to 1670.
There was also once a "ghost town" called Clay located within Komensky. A ghost town is a place where everyone has left.
Komensky's Location and Size
Komensky covers an area of about 59.5 square miles (154.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. About 0.5 square miles (1.4 square kilometers) is water. This means there are small lakes or rivers within the town.
People Living in Komensky
In 2000, there were 462 people living in Komensky. These people lived in 108 households. A household is like a home where people live together. Out of these, 87 were families.
The population density was about 7.8 people for every square mile. This means it's not a very crowded place.
People of different backgrounds live in Komensky. Most residents were Native American, followed by White and African American people. Some people were also from other races or a mix of races. A small number of people were of Hispanic or Latino background.
Many households in Komensky had children under 18 living with them. About 45% of homes had kids. Many families were married couples living together. Some homes had a female head of the household without a husband.
The age of people in Komensky varied. About one-third of the population was under 18 years old. Many young adults (18-24) also lived there. The median age was 23 years old. This means half the people were younger than 23 and half were older.
Famous Person from Komensky
A very brave person named Mitchell Red Cloud, Jr. was born in the town of Komensky, in the Hatfield area. He was a soldier. He was given the Medal of Honor after he died. This is the highest award for bravery in the United States military. He received it for his actions during the Korean War.
See also
In Spanish: Komensky (Wisconsin) para niños
