Petros, Tennessee facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Petros, Tennessee
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 Petros, Tennessee
Location in Tennessee
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| Country | United States |
| State | Tennessee |
| County | Morgan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.94 sq mi (10.20 km2) |
| • Land | 3.94 sq mi (10.20 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,437 ft (438 m) |
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| • Total | 459 |
| • Density | 116.50/sq mi (44.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
37845
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| Area code(s) | 423 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2586077 |
Petros is a small community in Morgan County, Tennessee, United States. It is known as a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for collecting statistics. However, it does not have its own local government like a city or town.
Petros is located on State Route 116. In 2020, about 459 people lived there. Petros has its own post office, and its ZIP code is 37845.
History of Petros
Petros has a long history connected to coal mining. It was once a very active coal mining town. Many people worked in the mines, which were important for the area's economy.
The town was also home to the Brushy Mountain State Penitentiary. This was a large prison that operated for many years. It is now closed and has become a tourist attraction.
Some parts of the movie October Sky were filmed in Petros. This movie tells the story of a young man from a coal mining town who dreams of building rockets.
Population Facts
The population of Petros has changed over the years. In 2010, there were 583 people living in the community. By 2020, the population had decreased to 459 people. These numbers come from the official U.S. Decennial Census.
See also
In Spanish: Petros (Tennessee) para niños
