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Lake Land'Or, Virginia
Entrance to Lake Land'Or, seen from Ladysmith Road
Entrance to Lake Land'Or, seen from Ladysmith Road
Lake Land'Or, Virginia is located in Virginia
Lake Land'Or, Virginia
Lake Land'Or, Virginia
Location in Virginia
Country United States
State Virginia
County Caroline
Area
 • Total 4.8 sq mi (12.4 km2)
 • Land 4.5 sq mi (11.7 km2)
 • Water 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km2)
Elevation
290 ft (90 m)
Population
 (2010)
 • Total 4,223
 • Density 934/sq mi (360.5/km2)
Time zone UTC−5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC−4 (EDT)
ZIP code
22546
FIPS code 51-43420
GNIS feature ID 2630779

Lake Land'Or is a special kind of community in Caroline County, Virginia, United States. It's called a census-designated place, which means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government. The population in 2010 was about 4,223 people.

This community is a "gated subdivision." This means it's a neighborhood with controlled entrances, often for privacy and security. Lake Land'Or is built around a large, man-made lake and many smaller lakes and ponds. It's located about 2 miles (3.2 km) west of a place called Ladysmith.

About Lake Land'Or

Lake Land'Or is known for its many lakes and ponds. These water bodies are a big part of the community's charm. Residents can enjoy activities like fishing, boating, and simply relaxing by the water.

Location and Geography

Lake Land'Or is located in the central part of Virginia. It's part of Caroline County, which is known for its beautiful countryside. The area around Lake Land'Or is mostly flat, with some gentle hills. The elevation of the community is about 290 feet (88 meters) above sea level.

The community covers an area of about 12.4 square kilometers (4.8 square miles). Most of this area is land, but about 0.7 square kilometers (0.3 square miles) is water, thanks to the lakes.

Population and Community Life

In 2010, over 4,200 people lived in Lake Land'Or. The community is designed to offer a quiet, residential lifestyle. Being a gated community, it often has shared amenities like parks, clubhouses, or recreational areas for its residents.

The people living in Lake Land'Or are part of the larger Caroline County community. They share services like schools and emergency response with nearby towns.

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