Nordheim, Texas facts for kids
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Nordheim, Texas
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Location of Nordheim, Texas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | DeWitt |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.50 sq mi (1.29 km2) |
| • Land | 0.50 sq mi (1.29 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 404 ft (123 m) |
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| • Total | 336 |
| • Density | 609.66/sq mi (235.22/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
78141
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| Area code(s) | 361 |
| FIPS code | 48-51792 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1377604 |
Nordheim is a small city located in DeWitt County, Texas, in the United States. In 2020, about 336 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Nordheim
Nordheim was established in 1895. This happened when a railroad line was built and extended to that spot. A post office has been serving the community in Nordheim since 1896.
Geography of Nordheim
Nordheim is located in the southwestern part of DeWitt County. Its exact location is 28°55′24″N 97°36′48″W / 28.92333°N 97.61333°W.
Texas State Highway 72 runs along the southern edge of the city. This highway connects Nordheim to other towns. It goes northeast about 24 miles (39 km) to Cuero, which is the main city of the county. The highway also goes southwest about 17 miles (27 km) to Kenedy.
The United States Census Bureau states that Nordheim covers a total area of 0.5 square miles (1.3 km²). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water within the city limits.
Population and People
Nordheim's population has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived there during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 443 | — | |
| 1930 | 400 | −9.7% | |
| 1940 | 411 | 2.8% | |
| 1950 | 477 | 16.1% | |
| 1960 | 407 | −14.7% | |
| 1970 | 369 | −9.3% | |
| 1980 | 369 | 0.0% | |
| 1990 | 344 | −6.8% | |
| 2000 | 323 | −6.1% | |
| 2010 | 307 | −5.0% | |
| 2020 | 336 | 9.4% | |
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In 2020, the city had 336 residents. There were 200 households and 81 families living in Nordheim.
Education in Nordheim
Students in Nordheim attend schools within the Nordheim Independent School District. This district is responsible for providing education to the children and teens in the area.
Nordheim in Movies
Nordheim has even been featured in a movie! Some parts of the film Paris, Texas were filmed at the Broadway Bar, a local spot in Nordheim.
Famous People from Nordheim
- Santiago J. Erevia: He was born in Nordheim and later received the Medal of Honor, which is a very important award for bravery.
See also
In Spanish: Nordheim (Texas) para niños
