Littleton, North Carolina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Littleton, North Carolina
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Downtown Littleton along U.S. Route 158, January 2019
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Location of Littleton, North Carolina
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| Country | United States |
| State | North Carolina |
| County | Halifax |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.95 sq mi (2.46 km2) |
| • Land | 0.95 sq mi (2.46 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 381 ft (116 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 559 |
| • Density | 587.80/sq mi (226.93/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
27850
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| Area code(s) | 252 |
| FIPS code | 37-38680 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2406026 |
Littleton is a small town in Halifax County, North Carolina, United States. In 2020, about 559 people lived there. It is part of the larger Roanoke Rapids, North Carolina area.
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Discovering Littleton's Past
Littleton got its name from William Little. He was a state senator when the town was first established.
Littleton College: A Story of Education and Fire
In 1882, a school called Littleton College opened for women. It started with only eleven students. The college grew quite a bit, with its highest number of students being 285 in 1908. Sadly, a big fire destroyed the college on January 22, 1919. Because the school did not have enough money saved, it was never rebuilt.
Historic Buildings in Littleton
Some old and important buildings in Littleton are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These include Person's Ordinary and St. Alban's Episcopal Church. Other historic places are Little Manor and the Dr. Charles and Susan Skinner House and Outbuildings. These buildings help us remember the town's history.
How County Lines Changed
Littleton was once split between two counties: Warren and Halifax. But on July 1, 1974, people voted to make Littleton fully part of Halifax County.
Littleton's Location and Size
Littleton is located in North Carolina. The town covers a total area of about 1 square mile (2.46 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Littleton's Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 113 | — | |
| 1890 | 534 | 372.6% | |
| 1910 | 1,152 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,010 | −12.3% | |
| 1930 | 1,133 | 12.2% | |
| 1940 | 1,200 | 5.9% | |
| 1950 | 1,173 | −2.2% | |
| 1960 | 1,024 | −12.7% | |
| 1970 | 903 | −11.8% | |
| 1980 | 820 | −9.2% | |
| 1990 | 691 | −15.7% | |
| 2000 | 692 | 0.1% | |
| 2010 | 674 | −2.6% | |
| 2020 | 559 | −17.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 692 people living in Littleton. The town had 333 households. About 21.3% of these households had children under 18. Many people lived alone, especially those who were 65 or older.
The population in 2000 was spread out by age. About 21.5% were under 18 years old. About 27.2% were 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 47 years old.
Fun Places to Visit in Littleton
Littleton has some interesting places to visit. You can check out the Cryptozoology & Paranormal Museum, also known as the Bigfoot Museum. There is also the Roanoke Valley Veterans Museum.
Famous People from Littleton
Many notable people have connections to Littleton:
- Henry H. Falkener: He was one of the first four teachers at NC A&T State University when it started in 1891. He also served as a state senator.
- Willis Alston: He was a United States Congressman for North Carolina. This means he helped make laws for the country.
- Ella Baker: She was a very important leader in the Civil Rights Movement. She also helped start the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Committee (SNCC).
- William H. Hicks: He was a member of the New Jersey General Assembly from 1972 to 1976. This is like being a state lawmaker.
- P. B. Young: He started a newspaper called the Norfolk Journal and Guide.
See also
In Spanish: Littleton (Carolina del Norte) para niños
