Urania, Louisiana facts for kids
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Urania, Louisiana
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Location of Urania in LaSalle Parish, Louisiana.
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Location of Louisiana in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | La Salle |
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| • Total | 1.38 sq mi (3.58 km2) |
| • Land | 1.37 sq mi (3.55 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.03 km2) |
| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 698 |
| • Density | 509.12/sq mi (196.58/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code(s) | 318 |
| FIPS code | 22-77490 |
Urania is a small town located in La Salle Parish, Louisiana, in the United States. In 2010, about 1,313 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 698.
A well-known person from Urania was Thomas "Bud" Brady. He was born in the town in 1938. He later became a state representative, which means he helped make laws for Louisiana.
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Exploring Urania's Location
Urania is found in the state of Louisiana. Its exact spot on a map is 31°51′46″N 92°17′29″W / 31.86278°N 92.29139°W.
How Big is Urania?
The town covers a total area of about 1.2 square miles (3.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a very small part being water.
Urania's Population Over Time
The number of people living in Urania has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population from different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1950 | 1,004 | — | |
| 1960 | 1,063 | 5.9% | |
| 1970 | 874 | −17.8% | |
| 1980 | 849 | −2.9% | |
| 1990 | 782 | −7.9% | |
| 2000 | 700 | −10.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,313 | 87.6% | |
| 2020 | 698 | −46.8% | |
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Who Lives in Urania?
According to the census from 2000, there were 700 people living in Urania. Most people in the town were White. A small number of residents were African American, Native American, or from other backgrounds. About 2% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The population was spread out across different age groups. About 26% of the people were under 18 years old. The average age in Urania was 36 years.
Schools in Urania
The La Salle Parish School Board manages the schools that serve Urania. Students in the area attend these schools:
- Olla-Standard Elementary School (located in Olla)
- La Salle Junior High School (located in Urania)
- La Salle High School (located in Olla)
See also
In Spanish: Urania (Luisiana) para niños
