Ponca, Arkansas facts for kids
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Ponca, Arkansas
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 Ponca, Arkansas
Location in Arkansas
Ponca, Arkansas
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Arkansas |
| County | Newton |
| Elevation | 1,378 ft (420 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 30 |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
72670
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| Area code(s) | 870 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2805678 |
Ponca is a small community located in Newton County, Arkansas, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it's not officially a city or town with its own local government. However, it is still a recognized place where people live.
Ponca is situated along Arkansas Highway 43. It is about 10 miles (16 kilometers) west of a town called Jasper. This quiet community even has its own post office with a special ZIP code, 72670.
About Ponca
Ponca is considered a census-designated place (CDP). This means it's an area that the U.S. Census Bureau defines for statistical purposes. It helps them collect and share information about the population.
Population of Ponca
According to the 2020 census, only 30 people lived in Ponca. This makes it a very small and quiet place! The census helps us understand how many people live in different areas.
