Tula, Mississippi facts for kids
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Tula, Mississippi
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 Tula, Mississippi
Location in Mississippi
Tula, Mississippi
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Lafayette |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.82 sq mi (9.89 km2) |
| • Land | 3.81 sq mi (9.86 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 197 |
| • Density | 51.73/sq mi (19.98/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 662 |
| GNIS feature ID | 678922 |
Tula is a small community in Lafayette County, Mississippi, in the United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the census bureau for statistics. Tula is located about 7.5 miles (12.1 km) west-southwest of a town called Toccopola.
The name Tula might come from the Chickasaw language, meaning "rock." Another idea is that it was named after Tula, a city in Russia.
In the 2020 Census, Tula was officially counted as a CDP for the first time. At that time, 197 people lived there.
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Exploring Tula's Past
Tula has an interesting history, including a time when it was home to a special school.
Education in Early Tula
Years ago, Tula was the site of the Tula Normal Institute and Business College. This school helped people learn important skills for business and teaching.
The Search for Oil
For a while, people thought Tula might have a lot of petroleum (oil) underground. In 1962, two experimental oil wells were drilled here. However, like many other oil searches in the Lafayette County area, these wells did not find enough oil to be worth the effort. They were soon abandoned. This made many investors careful about putting money into oil projects in Tula.
Who Lives in Tula?
The United States Census helps us understand the people who live in Tula.
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| 2020 | 197 | — | |
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Tula's Population in 2020
According to the 2020 Census, Tula had a population of 197 people. Most residents were White, making up about 91% of the community. A smaller number of residents were Black or African American, and some identified as Mixed Race. A very small number of people were of Hispanic or Latino background.
Fun Things to Do in Tula
Tula is known for its local music scene.
Music and Culture
The Tula Opry is a popular event in Tula. It's a place where people can enjoy bluegrass music, a type of American folk music.
Learning in Tula
Children in Tula attend schools within the local district.
School System
Tula is part of the Lafayette County School District. This district provides education for students living in the area.
Famous People from Tula
Some notable individuals have connections to Tula.
- Larry Brown was a well-known author. Many parts of his novel Father and Son are set in and around Tula, showing the area's influence on his stories.
- Henry L. Davis was a political leader from Tula. He served as a member of both the Mississippi House of Representatives and the Mississippi Senate. These are parts of the state government that make laws for Mississippi.
