Unadilla (village), New York facts for kids
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Unadilla, New York
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 Unadilla (village), New York
Location in New York
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| Country | United States |
| State | New York |
| County | Otsego |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.09 sq mi (2.81 km2) |
| • Land | 1.04 sq mi (2.68 km2) |
| • Water | 0.05 sq mi (0.13 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,010 ft (308 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,065 |
| • Density | 1,027.00/sq mi (396.70/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
13849
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| Area code(s) | 607 |
| FIPS code | 36-76001 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0968118 |
Unadilla is a small village in Otsego County, New York, United States. It is part of the larger town also named Unadilla. In 2020, about 1,065 people lived there. The village is located in the southern part of the town, southwest of Oneonta. People sometimes call Unadilla "The Village Beautiful."
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History of Unadilla
Early Settlements and Native American History
The area around Unadilla was first home to a Seneca Indian village. This village was located where the Susquehanna and Unadilla Rivers meet. Today, the village of Sidney is in that spot. The name "Unadilla" comes from an Iroquois word. It means "Meeting Place," which makes sense because two rivers meet there.
Around 1770, the first European settlers arrived in Unadilla. A group of Scots-Irish people settled where the Ouleout Creek and the Susquehanna River join.
Unadilla During the American Revolution
During the American Revolution, both the early Unadilla village and another village called Onaquaga were used by Loyalists. Loyalists were people who supported the British during the war. They used these villages as bases to attack frontier communities. Because of this, the Continental Army (the American army) destroyed both villages in October 1778.
Growth and Development of Unadilla
After being destroyed, Unadilla Village was settled again. It was first known as "Wattles Ferry." The village grew because it became an important stop for people traveling west. The Catskill Turnpike, an important road, crossed the Susquehanna River at Wattles Ferry.
Later, railroads became more important than turnpikes. The Albany and Susquehanna Railroad (which later became the Delaware and Hudson Railway) passed through Unadilla. This helped the small community continue to grow and do well.
Unadilla officially became a village in 1827. It was fully incorporated in 1889. The village has many old homes, some built even before the American Civil War.
Special Achievements and Historic Places
Unadilla is home to Boy Scout Troop #1. This troop was started in 1910. It is known as the oldest Boy Scout troop in the United States that has been running continuously.
Two important places in Unadilla are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. These are the Unadilla Village Historic District and the Roswell Wright House. These listings help protect their historical importance.
Notable People from Unadilla
- Louis Agassiz Fuertes (1874–1927) was a famous bird expert and artist. He sadly passed away in a train accident near Unadilla.
Geography of Unadilla
Unadilla is located at coordinates 42°19′36″N 75°18′53″W / 42.32667°N 75.31472°W.
The village covers about 1.1 square miles (2.8 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area within the village limits.
Unadilla is in Otsego County. It is right next to the Susquehanna River. The county line with Delaware County is also nearby. The village is about three miles upstream from the village of Sidney. Unadilla is in the southern part of the Town of Unadilla. Main Street in the village is part of New York Route 7. Interstate 88 is located just north of the village.
Population of Unadilla
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 875 | — | |
| 1880 | 922 | 5.4% | |
| 1890 | 1,157 | 25.5% | |
| 1900 | 1,172 | 1.3% | |
| 1910 | 1,009 | −13.9% | |
| 1920 | 1,157 | 14.7% | |
| 1930 | 1,063 | −8.1% | |
| 1940 | 1,079 | 1.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,317 | 22.1% | |
| 1960 | 1,586 | 20.4% | |
| 1970 | 1,489 | −6.1% | |
| 1980 | 1,367 | −8.2% | |
| 1990 | 1,265 | −7.5% | |
| 2000 | 1,127 | −10.9% | |
| 2010 | 1,128 | 0.1% | |
| 2020 | 1,065 | −5.6% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,127 people living in Unadilla. These people lived in 470 households. About 314 of these were families. The village had about 1,045 people per square mile.
Most of the people in Unadilla were White (97.07%). A small number were African American (0.53%), Native American (0.18%), or Asian (0.09%). Some people were from other races (1.42%) or from two or more races (0.62%). About 1.06% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Age and Income in Unadilla
In 2000, about 24.5% of the population was under 18 years old. About 17.0% were 65 years or older. The average age in the village was 40 years old.
The average income for a household in Unadilla was $34,886. For families, the average income was $39,097. About 10.8% of all people in the village lived below the poverty line. This included 20.7% of those under 18.
See also
In Spanish: Unadilla (villa) para niños
