Nida, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Nida, Oklahoma
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 Nida, Oklahoma
Location in Oklahoma
Nida, Oklahoma
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Johnston |
| Elevation | 784 ft (239 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1095877 |
Nida is a small, unincorporated community located in Johnston County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. You can find Nida along State Highway 22.
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Discovering Nida, Oklahoma
What is Nida?
Nida is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that are not officially part of a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the larger county, which in this case is Johnston County.
Nida's History and Post Office
Nida once had its own post office. It was open for about 20 years, from 1895 to 1915. The very first person in charge of the mail there was named R.F. French.
How Nida Got Its Name
The community of Nida was named after R.F. French's wife. Her name was Nida French. It's interesting how many places get their names from people!
Fort Washita: A Historic Neighbor
Nida is very close to an important historical site called Fort Washita. This fort is so special that it has been named a National Historic Landmark. This means it's a place recognized by the U.S. government for its great importance to American history.
