Renova, Mississippi facts for kids
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Renova, Mississippi
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Location in Bolivar County
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 Renova, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Renova, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Bolivar |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.87 sq mi (2.25 km2) |
| • Land | 0.87 sq mi (2.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 141 ft (43 m) |
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| • Total | 676 |
| • Density | 778.80/sq mi (300.80/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 28-61890 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2407199 |
Renova is a small town located in Bolivar County, in the state of Mississippi, United States. In 2020, about 676 people lived there. This community was first started by African Americans and still has a large African American population today.
History of Renova
Renova was first noted as a fast-growing town in 1907. It was located about 3 miles north of Cleveland, Mississippi. The town had a busy saw mill, which is a place where logs are cut into lumber.
The Yazoo & Mississippi Railroad served the town, helping to transport goods and people. A historian named Monroe Work mentioned Renova in his Negro Yearbook series. He listed it as one of the important towns and settlements in the United States that were founded by African Americans.
Where is Renova?
Renova is located in the state of Mississippi. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town covers a total area of about 2.2 square kilometers (0.87 square miles). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the town's official boundaries.
Who Lives in Renova?
The population of Renova has stayed fairly steady over the years. Here's a quick look at how many people have lived there:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 659 | — | |
| 1990 | 636 | −3.5% | |
| 2000 | 623 | −2.0% | |
| 2010 | 668 | 7.2% | |
| 2020 | 676 | 1.2% | |
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In 2020, the population was 676 people. Most of the residents in Renova are African American, making up about 94.5% of the population. There are also smaller numbers of people from other racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Education in Renova
Students in Renova attend schools that are part of the Cleveland School District. Younger students go to Cleveland Central Middle School. Older students attend Cleveland Central High School.
Renova is also very close to higher education options. Delta State University is just minutes away. There are also several community colleges nearby, offering more learning opportunities for students after high school.
See also
In Spanish: Renova (Misisipi) para niños
