Veguita, New Mexico facts for kids
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Veguita, New Mexico
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Census-designated place
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 Veguita, New Mexico
Location in New Mexico
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| Country | United States |
| State | New Mexico |
| County | Socorro |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.84 sq mi (2.17 km2) |
| • Land | 0.84 sq mi (2.17 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 4,771 ft (1,454 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 219 |
| • Density | 261.96/sq mi (101.10/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-7 (Mountain (MST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-6 (MDT) |
| ZIP code |
87062
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| Area code(s) | 575 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2584230 |
Veguita is a small community located in Socorro County, New Mexico, United States. It is known as a "census-designated place," which means it's an area defined by the government for counting people. In 2020, about 219 people lived in Veguita. The community has its own post office with the ZIP code 87062. A main road, New Mexico State Road 304, runs right through the area.
Life in Veguita
Local Businesses and Services
The "Veguita Trading Post" is a well-known place in the community. It's like a general store where people can buy everyday items and get gas for their cars.
Radio Station
In 2015, Veguita welcomed its own low-power FM radio station, KVNM-LP 101.1 FM. This station is special because it's one of only two low-power FM stations in all of Socorro County. It is owned and operated by iDea Ministries, which also produces a show called "Jazz, Power, & The Glory!".
Community Churches
Veguita is home to several churches. There are two independent Christian churches, Chihuahua Bible Chapel and Iglesia Evangelica "Camino De Fe," which share a building on Carlos Martinez Road. The Mission Church of the Catholic Diocese is also located in Veguita.
Education
Students in Veguita attend schools within the Belén Consolidated Schools district. The main high school for students in the area is Belén High School.
