Peggs, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Peggs, Oklahoma
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Location within Cherokee County and the state of Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Cherokee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 15.31 sq mi (39.65 km2) |
| • Land | 15.31 sq mi (39.65 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 984 ft (300 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 789 |
| • Density | 51.53/sq mi (19.90/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
74452
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| FIPS code | 40-57950 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584388 |
Peggs is a small community in Cherokee County, Oklahoma, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that looks like a town but doesn't have its own local government.
In 2020, about 789 people lived in Peggs. Many residents are Native American. They belong to different tribal groups, including the Cherokee Nation and the Muscogee Creek Nation.
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History of Peggs
The post office in Peggs opened on December 6, 1899. The community was named after Thomas Pegg. He was an important leader of the Cherokee Nation during the Civil War.
Tornadoes in Peggs
A very strong tornado hit Peggs on May 2, 1920. It caused a lot of damage and sadly, 71 people lost their lives. This was about 30 percent of everyone living in Peggs at that time. It was one of the deadliest tornadoes in Oklahoma's history.
In May 2019, another tornado struck Peggs. This tornado was not as strong. It caused damage to some homes and businesses, but no one was killed.
Where is Peggs Located?
Peggs is in the northwestern part of Cherokee County. It is located along Oklahoma State Highway 82. This highway connects Peggs to other towns.
You can drive about 15 miles (24 km) southeast to Tahlequah. Tahlequah is the main town, or county seat, of Cherokee County. You can also drive about 10 miles (16 km) northwest to Locust Grove. This town is in Mayes County.
The total area of Peggs is about 15.3 square miles (39.7 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
People of Peggs
The number of people living in Peggs changes over time.
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| 2020 | 789 | — | |
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What Can You Find in Peggs?
Peggs is a small community, but it has some important services. There are three convenience stores where people can buy everyday items. There is also a post office for mail services.
A senior community center serves meals to older adults. This center helps them connect and enjoy time together.
Schools in Peggs
Peggs has one elementary school. Students from Pre-Kindergarten up to 8th grade attend this school.
For high school, students from Peggs go to nearby towns. They might attend high schools in Tahlequah, Hulbert, or Locust Grove.
