Pelham, Tennessee facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Pelham, Tennessee
Census-designated place
Pelham, Tennessee Location in Tennessee Show map of Tennessee Pelham, Tennessee Location in the United States Show map of the United States
Country	United States
State	Tennessee
County	Grundy
Area
• Total	16.64 sq mi (43.10 km2)
• Land	16.64 sq mi (43.10 km2)
• Water	0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation	1,024 ft (312 m)
Population  (2020)
• Total	371
• Density	22.30/sq mi (8.61/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (Central (CST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code	37366
Area code(s)	931
GNIS feature ID	1297123

Pelham is a small community in Grundy County, Tennessee, 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.

As of the 2020 census, about 371 people live in Pelham. The community is located where three important roads meet: U.S. Route 41, State Route 2, and State Route 50. This spot is near the bottom of the Cumberland Plateau, a large, flat-topped mountain range. Pelham also has its own post office, which has been open since 1832.

Exploring Pelham, Tennessee

Pelham is a quiet place nestled in the beautiful landscape of Tennessee. It's known for its natural surroundings and its location near the Cumberland Plateau. The community is believed to have been named after one of the first families who settled there a long time ago.

Education in Pelham

Pelham has a school for younger students called Pelham Elementary School. This school serves the children living in the community, providing them with their early education.

How Many People Live in Pelham?

The number of people living in Pelham changes over time. According to the 2020 census, the population was 371 people. In the 2010 census, there were 403 residents. This information helps us understand how the community has grown or changed.

See also

In Spanish: Pelham (Tennessee) para niños