Presquille, Louisiana facts for kids
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Presquille, Louisiana
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 Presquille, Louisiana
Location in Louisiana
Presquille, Louisiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Terrebonne |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.78 sq mi (2.03 km2) |
| • Land | 0.78 sq mi (2.03 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,703 |
| • Density | 2,174.97/sq mi (840.12/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 985 |
| GNIS feature ID | 541169 |
Presquille is a small community located in Terrebonne Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community, which means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is managed by the parish. It is also a census-designated place, which is a special area the government uses to collect population data.
As of the 2020 census, about 1,703 people lived in Presquille. A main road, Louisiana Highway 24, goes right through the community.
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About Presquille's Location
Presquille is found in the southern part of Louisiana. The area is very flat, with an elevation of about 10 feet (3 meters) above sea level.
Land Area
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Presquille covers a total area of about 0.78 square miles (2.03 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within its boundaries.
Who Lives in Presquille?
The word "demographics" helps us understand the people who live in a place. It looks at things like how many people there are and how old they are.
Population Count
The U.S. Decennial Census counts everyone in the United States every ten years.
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| 2020 | 1,703 | — | |
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In 2020, the census showed that 1,703 people lived in Presquille. This number helps us see how the community has grown or changed over time.
Learning in Presquille
Children and teens in Presquille attend schools that are part of the Terrebonne Parish School District. This district manages all the public schools in Terrebonne Parish.
See also
In Spanish: Presquille para niños
