Mooreville, Texas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Mooreville, Texas
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 Mooreville, Texas
Location in Texas
Mooreville, Texas
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States of America |
| State |  Texas |
| County |  Falls |
| Elevation | 538 ft (164 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 95 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
76632
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| Area code(s) | 254 |
Mooreville is a small place in Falls County, Texas, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the county.
About Mooreville
Mooreville is a quiet spot in Texas. It's not a big city, but it has a history. Many small communities like Mooreville are important parts of their local areas.
Where is Mooreville?
You can find Mooreville just off State Highway 7. It's about 4 miles (6.4 km) northwest of a town called Chilton. The community is also located along Farm to Market Road 2643.
A Look at Its Past
Mooreville was never officially made into a city. It has always been an unincorporated community. In the late 1800s, Mooreville was bigger. Its population reached about 180 people. Over time, things changed for the community.
Population Changes
By the year 2000, Mooreville's population was around 95 people. This shows that the number of residents has changed quite a bit since its busiest times. The community's post office closed down in 1906. Later, in 1950, its school joined with the Chilton school system.
