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Piqua, Kansas
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 Piqua, Kansas
Location in Kansas
Piqua, Kansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Woodson |
| Founded | 1882 |
| Named for | Piqua, Ohio |
| Area | |
| • Total | 4.007 sq mi (10.38 km2) |
| • Land | 3.968 sq mi (10.28 km2) |
| • Water | 0.039 sq mi (0.10 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,027 ft (313 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 107 |
| • Density | 26.70/sq mi (10.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 620 |
| FIPS code | 20-56000 |
| GNIS ID | 474484 |
Piqua is an unincorporated community in Woodson County, Kansas, United States. Its population was 107 as of the 2010 census.
History
Piqua had its start in the year 1882 by the building of the railroad through that territory. It was named after the city of Piqua, Ohio. The first post office in Piqua was established in March 1882.
Geography
Latitude of Piqua is 37.922N and longitude is -95.535W. Piqua is located on U.S. Route 54 and is east of U.S. Route 75. Piqua is located between the cities of Yates Center and Iola.
Demographics
For statistical purposes, the United States Census Bureau has defined Piqua as a census-designated place (CDP).
Education
The community is served by Woodson USD 366 public school district.
Notable people
- Buster Keaton (1895–1966), acclaimed actor and film director. He was born in Piqua while his mother was traveling.
- Fred Kipp, Major league baseball pitcher between 1957 and 1960 with the Dodgers and Yankees.
See also
In Spanish: Piqua (Kansas) para niños
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