Reklaw, Texas facts for kids
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Reklaw, Texas
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Location of Reklaw, Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| Counties | Cherokee, Rusk |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.95 sq mi (7.63 km2) |
| • Land | 2.94 sq mi (7.62 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.01 km2) |
| Elevation | 312 ft (95 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 332 |
| • Density | 112.5/sq mi (43.51/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
75784
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| Area code(s) | 903 |
| FIPS code | 48-61508 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2410922 |
Reklaw is a small city in Texas, United States. It is located in both Cherokee and Rusk counties. In 2020, about 332 people lived there.
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History of Reklaw
The city of Reklaw got its name in a very interesting way. It was named after Margaret Walker, who gave the land for the town to be built. But because there was already a town called Walker in Texas, they decided to spell her last name backward! That's how "Walker" became "Reklaw."
There's another town nearby called Sacul that was named in a similar way, by spelling a name backward.
Geography and Climate
Reklaw covers an area of about 2.9 square miles (7.6 square kilometers). Almost all of this area is land. Most of the city is in Cherokee County, with a small part extending into Rusk County.
Weather in Reklaw
The weather in Reklaw is known for its hot and humid summers. Winters are usually mild, meaning they are not too cold. This type of weather is called a humid subtropical climate. On climate maps, you might see it labeled as "Cfa."
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 171 | — | |
| 1980 | 305 | 78.4% | |
| 1990 | 266 | −12.8% | |
| 2000 | 327 | 22.9% | |
| 2010 | 379 | 15.9% | |
| 2020 | 332 | −12.4% | |
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In 2020, the population of Reklaw was 332 people. Over the years, the number of people living in Reklaw has changed a bit. For example, in 1970, there were 171 people, and in 2010, the population reached 379.
In 2000, there were 327 people living in Reklaw. About 85% of the people were White, and about 7.6% were African American. Around 13.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Reklaw in 2000 was 41 years old. About 20.8% of the population was under 18 years old, and 21.1% were 65 years or older.
Education
Students in Reklaw attend schools that are part of the Rusk Independent School District. This district provides education for the children living in the city.
Postal Services
The United States Postal Service has a post office in Reklaw. This office helps send and receive mail for the people who live in the city and the areas around it.
See also
In Spanish: Reklaw para niños
