Poland, Chautauqua County, New York facts for kids
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Poland, New York
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Location within Chautauqua County and New York
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 Poland, New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Chautauqua |
| Settled | 1804 |
| Created | 1832 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Town Council |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.9 sq mi (95.5 km2) |
| • Land | 36.6 sq mi (94.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,275 ft (389 m) |
| Population
(2020 Census)
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| • Total | 2,201 |
| • Estimate
(2021)
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2,183 |
| • Density | 64/sq mi (24.8/km2) |
| ZIP code |
14747 (Kennedy)
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| FIPS code | 36-013-58926 |
Poland is a small town located in Chautauqua County, New York. It is an official "town" within the state's administrative system. In 2020, about 2,201 people lived here. The town is situated on the eastern edge of Chautauqua County.
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History of Poland, New York
The area that is now the town of Poland was first settled by people in 1804. The town itself was officially created in 1832. It was formed from a part of the nearby town of Ellicott.
In the early days, the town's economy mainly depended on forestry, which means cutting down trees for wood. After most of the trees were gone, farming became the main way people made a living.
Geography and Location
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town of Poland covers a total area of about 95.5 square kilometers (about 36.9 square miles). Most of this area, 94.8 square kilometers (36.6 square miles), is land. Only a small part, 0.7 square kilometers (0.3 square miles), is water.
Major roads pass through the town. The Southern Tier Expressway, which includes Interstate 86 and New York State Route 17, goes through the northern part of Poland. Also, U.S. Route 62 and New York State Route 394 run through the town.
Neighboring Towns and Areas
Poland is surrounded by several other towns. Here are the towns that border Poland, listed clockwise:
- Ellington
is to the north. - Randolph
is to the east. - Carroll
is to the south. - Ellicott
is to the west.
Population and Demographics
The population of Poland has changed over the years. Here's how many people have lived in the town during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1840 | 1,087 | — | |
| 1850 | 1,174 | 8.0% | |
| 1860 | 1,794 | 52.8% | |
| 1870 | 1,418 | −21.0% | |
| 1880 | 1,539 | 8.5% | |
| 1890 | 1,608 | 4.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,613 | 0.3% | |
| 1910 | 1,447 | −10.3% | |
| 1920 | 1,398 | −3.4% | |
| 1930 | 1,598 | 14.3% | |
| 1940 | 1,625 | 1.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,949 | 19.9% | |
| 1960 | 2,036 | 4.5% | |
| 1970 | 2,318 | 13.9% | |
| 1980 | 2,639 | 13.8% | |
| 1990 | 2,604 | −1.3% | |
| 2000 | 2,467 | −5.3% | |
| 2010 | 2,356 | −4.5% | |
| 2020 | 2,201 | −6.6% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 2,183 | < | −7.3% |
| U.S. Decennial Census | |||
In 2000, there were 2,467 people living in Poland. These people lived in 940 households, with 708 of them being families. The population density was about 67 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Poland were White (98.14%). A small percentage were African American, Native American, or Asian. Some people also identified with two or more races. About 1.18% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Notable People from Poland
Several interesting people have connections to Poland, New York:
- Alfred W. Benson – He was a former U.S. senator.
- Cara Duff-MacCormick – A Canadian actress who is now retired.
- Harry Eccles – He used to be a pitcher in Major League Baseball.
Communities and Locations in Poland
The town of Poland includes several smaller communities and important places:
- Clark – This is a small community, or hamlet, located on Route 62 near the center of the town.
- Clarks Corners – You can find this spot where Route 62 and Ericsson Road meet, just east of Clark.
- Conewango Creek – This is a stream that flows through the town.
- Hartson Swamp Wildlife Management Area – This is a special area set aside for nature and wildlife, located south of Poland Center.
- Kennedy – This is a larger hamlet and a census-designated place. It's located where Route 62 and NY Route 394 meet, close to the northern town line. Kennedy is the main settlement in the town. The town's post office and telephone services are based here. It's also about 1 mile from I-86.
- Poland Center – Another hamlet, found where Route 394 and County Road 42 join.
- Schermerhorn Corners – This location is at the meeting point of Routes 62 and 394 in the northeastern part of the town, just east of Kennedy.
- Waterboro – A hamlet located at County Road 67 and NY Route 394, also in the northeastern part of the town.
See also
In Spanish: Poland (condado de Chautauqua, Nueva York) para niños
