Narka, Kansas facts for kids
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Narka, Kansas
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Location within Republic County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Republic |
| Founded | 1887 |
| Incorporated | 1899 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.16 sq mi (0.41 km2) |
| • Land | 0.16 sq mi (0.41 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,585 ft (483 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 81 |
| • Density | 506/sq mi (198/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
66960
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| Area code | 785 |
| FIPS code | 20-49350 |
| GNIS ID | 2395151 |
Narka is a small city located in Republic County, Kansas, in the United States. As of the 2020 census, the city had a population of 81 people.
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History of Narka
Narka was established in 1887. It was named after the daughter of a railroad worker. The first post office in Narka opened its doors in November 1887. A few years later, in 1894, Narka officially became an incorporated city.
Geography of Narka
According to the United States Census Bureau, the city of Narka covers a total area of about 0.17 square miles (0.44 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the city limits.
Population and People
The number of people living in Narka has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population counts from different censuses:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 258 | — | |
| 1910 | 278 | 7.8% | |
| 1920 | 207 | −25.5% | |
| 1930 | 252 | 21.7% | |
| 1940 | 193 | −23.4% | |
| 1950 | 220 | 14.0% | |
| 1960 | 166 | −24.5% | |
| 1970 | 130 | −21.7% | |
| 1980 | 120 | −7.7% | |
| 1990 | 113 | −5.8% | |
| 2000 | 93 | −17.7% | |
| 2010 | 94 | 1.1% | |
| 2020 | 81 | −13.8% | |
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Narka's Population in 2020
The 2020 United States census found that 81 people lived in Narka. There were 40 households and 18 families. Most of the people living in Narka were white.
About 15% of the households had children under 18. Many households (47.5%) were made up of single individuals, and 20% of those were people aged 65 or older living alone. The average household had about 2.3 people.
The median age in Narka was 41.5 years. This means half the population was younger than 41.5 and half was older.
Narka's Population in 2010
The census in 2010 counted 94 people living in Narka. There were 42 households and 25 families. All of the residents were white.
About 23.8% of households had children under 18. Many households were married couples living together. The average household size was about 2.24 people.
The median age in the city in 2010 was 40 years. About 24.5% of residents were under 18, and 10.6% were 65 or older.
Education in Narka
The public schools in Narka are part of the Republic County USD 109 school district. This district was created in 2006 when two smaller districts joined together. The high school in this district is Republic County High School, and their mascot is the Republic County Buffaloes.
In the past, Narka had its own schools, and the mascot for Narka High School was the Narka Wildcats. However, these schools closed as part of a school unification plan.
See also
- In Spanish: Narka (Kansas) para niños
