Riddleville, Georgia facts for kids
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Riddleville, Georgia
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Location in Washington County and the state of Georgia
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| Country | United States |
| State | Georgia |
| County | Washington |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.78 sq mi (2.03 km2) |
| • Land | 0.77 sq mi (1.98 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.05 km2) |
| Elevation | 410 ft (125 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 80 |
| • Density | 104.44/sq mi (40.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| FIPS code | 13-65156 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0332852 |
Riddleville is a small town located in Washington County, Georgia, in the United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 80 people. It's a quiet place with a rich history.
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History of Riddleville
Riddleville got its name from a person named Anderson Riddle. He was the first owner of the land where the town was built.
When Was Riddleville Founded?
The state government of Georgia officially recognized Riddleville as a town in 1859. This means it became a legal town with its own local government.
Geography of Riddleville
Riddleville is located in the central part of Georgia. Its exact coordinates are 32.906541 degrees North and -82.664385 degrees West.
How Big is Riddleville?
The town covers a total area of about 0.8 square miles (which is about 2.03 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. Only a very small part, about 1.28%, is water.
Population of Riddleville
The population of a town tells us how many people live there. Riddleville's population has changed over many years.
How Many People Live in Riddleville?
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 195 | — | |
| 1900 | 178 | — | |
| 1910 | 140 | −21.3% | |
| 1920 | 149 | 6.4% | |
| 1930 | 121 | −18.8% | |
| 1940 | 115 | −5.0% | |
| 1950 | 106 | −7.8% | |
| 1960 | 111 | 4.7% | |
| 1970 | 143 | 28.8% | |
| 1980 | 154 | 7.7% | |
| 1990 | 79 | −48.7% | |
| 2000 | 124 | 57.0% | |
| 2010 | 96 | −22.6% | |
| 2020 | 80 | −16.7% | |
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In the year 2000, there were 124 people living in Riddleville. These people made up 39 households, with 34 of them being families. By 2020, the number of people living in the town had become 80.
See also
In Spanish: Riddleville para niños
