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Pamelia, New York
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 Pamelia, New York
Location in New York
Pamelia, New York
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Jefferson |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.55 sq mi (92.08 km2) |
| • Land | 34.10 sq mi (88.32 km2) |
| • Water | 1.45 sq mi (3.75 km2) |
| Elevation | 417 ft (127 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 3,160 |
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(2016)
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3,007 |
| • Density | 88.18/sq mi (34.05/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13637
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| Area code(s) | 315 |
| FIPS code | 36-045-56209 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0979340 |
Pamelia is a small town located in Jefferson County, New York, in the United States. In 2010, about 3,160 people lived there. The town got its name from Pamelia Williams. She was the wife of General Jacob J. Brown, who was a big landowner in the area.
Pamelia is in the north-central part of Jefferson County. It is just north of the city of Watertown.
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Pamelia's Early History
People first started living permanently in the Pamelia area around 1804.
The town of Pamelia was officially created in 1819. It was formed from a part of the nearby town of Brownville. For a short time around 1824, its name was changed to "Leander." But soon after, it was changed back to "Pamelia." A small piece of the town of Orleans was added to Pamelia in 1824. Later, in 1869, a small southern part of Pamelia became part of Watertown when that city grew.
Geography and Rivers
Pamelia covers a total area of about 91.2 square kilometers (about 35.2 square miles). Most of this area is land, about 87.6 square kilometers (33.8 square miles). The rest, about 3.5 square kilometers (1.4 square miles), is water.
The southern border of Pamelia is next to the city of Watertown. The Black River flows along the southwestern edge of the town.
Major Roads in Pamelia
Several important roads pass through Pamelia:
- Interstate 81 is a big highway in the western part of town.
- New York State Route 37 runs north and south, east of Interstate 81.
- New York State Route 342 goes east and west. It crosses NY-37 at a place called Pamelia Center.
- New York State Route 12 crosses the southwestern part of Pamelia.
- U.S. Route 11 also crosses the southern part of the town.
Pamelia's Population
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1820 | 1,342 | — | |
| 1830 | 2,263 | 68.6% | |
| 1840 | 2,104 | −7.0% | |
| 1850 | 2,528 | 20.2% | |
| 1860 | 2,789 | 10.3% | |
| 1870 | 1,292 | −53.7% | |
| 1880 | 1,143 | −11.5% | |
| 1890 | 1,104 | −3.4% | |
| 1900 | 1,031 | −6.6% | |
| 1910 | 976 | −5.3% | |
| 1920 | 988 | 1.2% | |
| 1930 | 979 | −0.9% | |
| 1940 | 855 | −12.7% | |
| 1950 | 992 | 16.0% | |
| 1960 | 1,414 | 42.5% | |
| 1970 | 1,894 | 33.9% | |
| 1980 | 2,417 | 27.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,811 | 16.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,897 | 3.1% | |
| 2010 | 3,160 | 9.1% | |
| 2016 (est.) | 3,007 | −4.8% | |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
According to the census in 2000, there were 2,897 people living in Pamelia. These people lived in 1,044 households. About 790 of these households were families. The population density was about 85 people per square mile.
The people living in Pamelia were mostly White (about 94%). There were also smaller groups of African American, Native American, and Asian residents. Some people identified as being from two or more races. About 1.73% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Places in Pamelia
Here are some of the communities and interesting spots you can find in Pamelia:
- Glen Park – This is a village that is mostly in the town of Brownville. A small part of it reaches into the southwestern corner of Pamelia.
- Knowlesville – A small community (hamlet) located near Interstate 81, north of Pamelia Center.
- Pamelia Center (once called "Williamsville") – This is a hamlet and a census-designated place. It's located near the middle of the town, along NY-37.
- Pamelia Four Corners – Another hamlet found near the eastern edge of the town. It's at the crossing of NY-37 and County Road 16.
- Perch Lake – A lake that is partly located in the northern area of Pamelia.
- Perch River – A stream that flows partly through the northern part of the town.
- Scoville Corners – A specific spot near the western town line. It's where NY-12 and NY-342 meet.
Famous People from Pamelia
- Frank Leach – He was a politician who served in the Wisconsin State Assembly. He was also a businessman and was born right here in Pamelia.
See also
In Spanish: Pamelia (Nueva York) para niños
