Roundaway, Coahoma County, Mississippi facts for kids
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Roundaway, Mississippi
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 Roundaway, Coahoma County, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Roundaway, Coahoma County, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Coahoma |
| Elevation | 151 ft (46 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
38614
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| Area code(s) | 662 |
Roundaway is a small place located in Coahoma County, Mississippi, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people, but it doesn't have its own official local government like a city or town does.
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Discovering Roundaway, Mississippi
Roundaway is found in the northern part of Mississippi. It's about 14 miles (23 km) south of a larger town called Clarksdale. You can also find it about 2 miles (3 km) north of another place called Baltzer. It sits along a road known as New Africa Road.
A Glimpse into Roundaway's Past
Roundaway has a history connected to transportation and community life.
The Railroad Connection
In the past, Roundaway was located on the route of the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley Railroad. Railroads were very important long ago for moving goods and people across the country. This connection likely helped the community grow and connect with other places.
Community Life and Services
Even though it's an unincorporated community, Roundaway once had its own public school. This means children in the area could go to school right there. There was also a post office that served the community for many years, from 1905 until 1935. A post office is where people send and receive mail, which was a vital service before the internet. These services show that Roundaway was once a more active and bustling place for its residents.
