Pamplin City, Virginia facts for kids
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Pamplin City, Virginia
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The Pamplin Pipe Factory, a federally designated historic site
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Location of Pamplin City, Virginia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| Counties | Appomattox, Prince Edward |
| Government | |
| • Type | Elected Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.32 sq mi (0.82 km2) |
| • Land | 0.32 sq mi (0.82 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Population
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| • Total | 138 |
| • Density | 436.7/sq mi (168.6/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Federal Postal Code |
23958
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| Area code(s) | 434 |
| FIPS code | 51-60488 |
Pamplin City is a small town located in Virginia, a state in the United States. It is found in two different counties: Appomattox and Prince Edward. In 2020, about 138 people lived there.
The part of Pamplin City that is in Appomattox County is also part of the larger Lynchburg area.
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History of Pamplin City
Pamplin City is famous for its Clay Pipe Factory. This factory used to be the biggest clay pipe factory in the entire United States. You can find it right next to Business 460. This important factory was added to the National Register of Historic Places (NRHP) in 1980. The Buffalo Presbyterian Church is another historic building in Pamplin City. It was added to the NRHP in 1995.
Long ago, in the mid-1800s, Pamplin City was a stop on the Southside Railroad. Over time, this railroad line changed hands. It became part of the Atlantic, Mississippi and Ohio Railroad in 1870. Later, it joined the Norfolk and Western Railway, and now it is part of the Norfolk Southern Railway.
A section of the old rail line, from Burkville to Pamplin City, has been turned into a fun place for outdoor activities. It is now called the High Bridge Trail State Park.
Recently, the High Bridge Trail was made even longer. It used to end about a mile from town. But thanks to a partnership with the Virginia Department of Conservation and Recreation and the local counties, the trail now reaches right into Pamplin City. It ends close to the main street where businesses are located. This project is helping the town grow and become a more lively place. The new part of the trail opened on April 22, 2024.
Geography of Pamplin City
Pamplin City is located at 37°15′49″N 78°40′52″W / 37.26361°N 78.68111°W.
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of 0.3 square miles (0.8 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Demographics of Pamplin City
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 117 | — | |
| 1890 | 294 | 151.3% | |
| 1910 | 210 | — | |
| 1920 | 262 | 24.8% | |
| 1930 | 323 | 23.3% | |
| 1940 | 273 | −15.5% | |
| 1950 | 370 | 35.5% | |
| 1960 | 312 | −15.7% | |
| 1970 | 394 | 26.3% | |
| 1980 | 273 | −30.7% | |
| 1990 | 208 | −23.8% | |
| 2000 | 199 | −4.3% | |
| 2010 | 219 | 10.1% | |
| 2020 | 138 | −37.0% | |
| 2022 (est.) | 146 | −33.3% | |
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In 2020, the town had 138 people living in 89 households. This means there were about 431 people per square mile. There were also 89 housing units in the town.
Most of the people in Pamplin City were White (74.6%). About 23.2% were African American. A small number (2.2%) were from two or more races. There were no people of Hispanic or Latino background recorded in the 2020 census.
Out of the 89 households, 12% had children under 18 living with them. Most homes (80%) were owned by the people living in them, while 20% were rented.
The population in Pamplin City was spread out by age. About 25.9% of the residents were under 19 years old. People aged 45 to 64 made up the largest group at 37%. About 18.5% of the population was 65 years or older. The average age in the town was 38.5 years.
Education in Pamplin City
If you live in the Appomattox County part of Pamplin City, you would attend schools in the Appomattox County Public Schools district.
If you live in the Prince Edward County part of Pamplin City, you would attend schools in the Prince Edward County Public Schools district.
See also
In Spanish: Pamplin City (Virginia) para niños
