Paradis, Louisiana facts for kids
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Paradis
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 Paradis
Location in Louisiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | St. Charles |
| Area | |
| • Total | 6.67 sq mi (17.27 km2) |
| • Land | 6.43 sq mi (16.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.24 sq mi (0.62 km2) |
| Elevation | 3 ft (0.9 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,242 |
| • Density | 193.19/sq mi (74.59/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 985 |
| FIPS code | 22-58920 |
Paradis is a small community located in St. Charles Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the U.S. Census Bureau defines for gathering population data, but it's not an officially incorporated town or city with its own local government.
In 2020, about 1,242 people lived in Paradis. This number was just a little bit less than the 1,252 people who lived there in the year 2000.
Where is Paradis Located?
Paradis is found in the state of Louisiana. Its exact location is at 29 degrees, 52 minutes, 40 seconds North latitude and 90 degrees, 26 minutes, 8 seconds West longitude. These numbers help pinpoint Paradis on a map.
The area of Paradis covers about 17.27 square kilometers (or 6.67 square miles). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Who Lives in Paradis?
The population of Paradis was counted as 1,242 people in 2020. This number comes from the official U.S. Decennial Census, which counts everyone living in the country every ten years.
Schools in Paradis
Students in Paradis attend public schools that are part of the St. Charles Parish Public School System. This school system works hard to provide education for kids in the area.
Here are the schools that serve students from Paradis:
- R. J. Vial Elementary School: This school teaches students in grades 3 through 5. It first opened its doors in 1975.
- J.B. Martin Middle School: Students in grades 6 through 8 go to this middle school.
- Hahnville High School: Older students, usually in grades 9 through 12, attend Hahnville High School. This high school is located in a nearby community called Boutte.
See also
If you want to learn more about Paradis in Spanish, you can visit: Paradis (Luisiana) para niños
