Oktaha, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Oktaha, Oklahoma
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Location of Oktaha, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Muskogee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.27 sq mi (0.71 km2) |
| • Land | 0.27 sq mi (0.71 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 597 ft (182 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 343 |
| • Density | 1,256.41/sq mi (485.17/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
74450
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| Area code(s) | 539/918 |
| FIPS code | 40-55200 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413077 |
Oktaha is a small town located in Muskogee County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It's a quiet community with a rich history and a strong focus on its local school.
History of Oktaha
Oktaha got its name from a Muscogee chief named Oktarharsars Harjo, also known as Sands. The town started in 1872. It became a stop along the MK&T "Katy" Railroad. This railroad helped the town grow.
By 1900, Oktaha had its own post office. A small area with businesses also began to appear. However, local businesses faced challenges later on. The town struggled more when U.S. Highway 69 was changed. This new route went around Oktaha instead of through it.
Even with these changes, Oktaha is still important for education. It has a K-12 school that serves many students. These students come from the rural areas of Muskogee County.
Geography of Oktaha
Oktaha is located about 14 miles (23 km) south-southwest of Muskogee. Muskogee is a larger city nearby.
The town covers a total area of about 0.3 square miles (0.71 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the town limits.
Population and People
The population of Oktaha was 343 people in 2020. In 2010, there were 390 people living in the town. This was an increase from 327 people counted in the year 2000.
Here is how the population of Oktaha has changed over the years:
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| 1910 | 324 | — | |
| 1920 | 335 | 3.4% | |
| 1930 | 292 | −12.8% | |
| 1940 | 233 | −20.2% | |
| 1950 | 207 | −11.2% | |
| 1960 | 199 | −3.9% | |
| 1970 | 193 | −3.0% | |
| 1980 | 376 | 94.8% | |
| 1990 | 266 | −29.3% | |
| 2000 | 327 | 22.9% | |
| 2010 | 390 | 19.3% | |
| 2020 | 343 | −12.1% | |
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In 2000, there were 327 people living in Oktaha. There were 110 households and 91 families. The average household had about 2.97 people. The average family had about 3.25 people.
Notable People
- The famous Native American sculptor Willard Stone was born in Oktaha in 1916.
See also
In Spanish: Oktaha (Oklahoma) para niños
