Perryville, Texas facts for kids

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Perryville, Texas is a name that refers to two different small communities in the state of Texas. It can be a bit confusing, but each "Perryville" is in a different part of the state and has its own unique location.

The Two Perryvilles

When someone mentions Perryville, Texas, they could be talking about one of these two places:

Perryville in Bastrop County

One Perryville is a small community located in Bastrop County. It used to be about 2½ miles south of where the town of Elgin is today. This Perryville is no longer a distinct community, but its history is part of Bastrop County's past.

Perryville in Wood County

The other Perryville is found in Wood County, which is in the northeastern part of Texas. You can find this community at the intersection of two roads: Farm to Market Road 2088 and Farm to Market Road 852. It's about eight miles southeast of a town called Winnsboro. This Perryville is a small, active community today.

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