Malakoff, Texas facts for kids
Malakoff is a small city in Henderson County, Texas, USA. In 2020, about 2,179 people lived there. The city got its name from a famous Russian fort called Malakoff. This fort was very important during a big battle in the Crimean War.
Quick facts for kids
Malakoff, Texas
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Downtown Malakoff
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Location of Malakoff, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Henderson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.89 sq mi (7.47 km2) |
| • Land | 2.87 sq mi (7.43 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 361 ft (110 m) |
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| • Total | 2,179 |
| • Density | 801.74/sq mi (309.58/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75148
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| Area code(s) | 903, 430 |
| FIPS code | 48-46224 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410912 |
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A Look Back: Malakoff's History
Before it was called Malakoff, this community had other names like "Caney Creek" and "Mitcham Chapel." In 1854, people wanted to open a post office. They tried to use "Purdam" or "Mitcham" as names, but those were already taken. So, they chose "Malakoff" instead.
In the 1920s, digging for coal became a very important activity in the area. This helped the town grow.
The Malakoff Man
In the 1930s, something very interesting was found near Malakoff. It was a large, ancient carved head, now known as the "Malakoff Man." This carving looks a lot like the art made by the Olmec culture. The Olmec were an ancient civilization in Mexico, famous for their giant stone heads.
Malakoff's Location and Surroundings
Malakoff is located in the western part of Henderson County. A main road, Texas State Highway 31, goes right through the middle of the city. If you go east on this highway, you'll reach Athens in about 9 miles. If you head west, you'll get to Corsicana in about 27 miles.
Another important road, Texas State Highway 198, goes north from Malakoff. It leads to Mabank, which is about 17 miles away.
Size and Water
The city of Malakoff covers a total area of about 7.5 square kilometers (2.89 square miles). Most of this area is land, with only a small part, about 0.04 square kilometers (0.01 square miles), being water.
Malakoff is located about 3 miles south of the large Cedar Creek Reservoir. The city is also part of the Trinity River watershed, which means that water from this area eventually flows into the Trinity River.
Who Lives in Malakoff?
The number of people living in Malakoff changes over time. Here's how the population has grown and changed over the years:
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 1,286 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,657 | 28.8% | |
| 1970 | 2,045 | 23.4% | |
| 1980 | 2,082 | 1.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,038 | −2.1% | |
| 2000 | 2,257 | 10.7% | |
| 2010 | 2,324 | 3.0% | |
| 2020 | 2,179 | −6.2% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2020, the United States census counted 2,179 people living in Malakoff. These people lived in 938 different homes, and 624 of these were families.
Diversity in Malakoff
Malakoff is home to people from many different backgrounds. Here's a look at the different groups that made up the population in 2020:
| Race | Number | Percentage |
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| White (NH) | 1,205 | 55.3% |
| Black or African American (NH) | 447 | 20.51% |
| Native American or Alaska Native (NH) | 7 | 0.32% |
| Asian (NH) | 9 | 0.41% |
| Pacific Islander (NH) | 2 | 0.09% |
| Some Other Race (NH) | 6 | 0.28% |
| Mixed/Multi-Racial (NH) | 73 | 3.35% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 430 | 19.73% |
| Total | 2,179 |
Education in Malakoff
Students in Malakoff attend schools that are part of the Malakoff Independent School District. This school district serves over 1,200 students.
Malakoff's Climate
The weather in Malakoff is usually warm and humid in the summer. Winters are generally mild to cool. This type of weather is known as a humid subtropical climate.
See also
In Spanish: Malakoff (Texas) para niños
