Talala, Oklahoma facts for kids
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Talala
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Location of Talala, Oklahoma
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| Country | United States |
| State | Oklahoma |
| County | Rogers |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.45 sq mi (1.16 km2) |
| • Land | 0.45 sq mi (1.16 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 682 ft (208 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 258 |
| • Density | 575.89/sq mi (222.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−5 (CDT) |
| ZIP Code |
74080
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| Area code(s) | 539/918 |
| FIPS code | 40-72200 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2413362 |
Talala is a small town located in Rogers County, Oklahoma, United States. In 2020, about 258 people lived there.
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History of Talala
The Talala Post Office first opened its doors on June 23, 1890. The town was named after Captain John Talala. He was a brave leader in the 3rd Regiment of the Indian Home Guard and an important Cherokee person.
The name Talala also has a special meaning. It is a Cherokee word for the Red-Headed Woodpecker. People say the name sounds like the tapping of a woodpecker's beak. This bird was very common in the area. The town has made the woodpecker part of its history. You can see signs with the bird at the town's entrances. It is also on paper used at Town Hall and in the Museum.
Talala Museum
The Talala Museum is located where the town's first Post Office used to be. Outside the museum, you can see a statue of two eagles. A local artist named Sandra VanZandt created this statue.
In May 2012, three special plaques were put up near the statue. These plaques honor the brave people who served in World War II. Inside the museum, you can explore many items that tell the story of Talala's past.
Geography of Talala
Talala is located in northeastern Oklahoma. It is about 19 miles (31 kilometers) northwest of Claremore. Claremore is the main city and county seat for Rogers County.
The town covers a total area of about 0.3 square miles (0.78 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the town limits.
Population Information
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 340 | — | |
| 1920 | 107 | −68.5% | |
| 1930 | 198 | 85.0% | |
| 1940 | 188 | −5.1% | |
| 1950 | 210 | 11.7% | |
| 1960 | 147 | −30.0% | |
| 1970 | 163 | 10.9% | |
| 1980 | 191 | 17.2% | |
| 1990 | 206 | 7.9% | |
| 2000 | 250 | 21.4% | |
| 2010 | 273 | 9.2% | |
| 2020 | 258 | −5.5% | |
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In 2010, 273 people lived in Talala. There were 109 households, which are groups of people living together. About 81 families lived in the town.
Most people in Talala were White (71.4%). About 20.5% were Native American. A small number (8.1%) were from two or more racial backgrounds. Less than 1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 33% of households had children under 18 living there. The average household had 2.50 people. The average family had 2.85 people.
The population's age range was spread out. About 25.6% of the people were under 18 years old. About 13.6% were 65 years or older. The average age in Talala was 37.8 years.
Famous People from Talala
- Edwin Evers – a professional bass fisherman
- Roy W. Harmon – a hero from World War II who received the Medal of Honor
See also
In Spanish: Talala (Oklahoma) para niños
