Ventress, Louisiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ventress
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 Ventress
Location in Louisiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Parish | Pointe Coupee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.82 sq mi (7.31 km2) |
| • Land | 2.03 sq mi (5.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.80 sq mi (2.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 800 |
| • Density | 394.48/sq mi (152.33/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
70783
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| Area code(s) | 225 |
| GNIS feature ID | 543758 |
| FIPS code | 22-78050 |
Ventress is a small community in Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana, United States. It is known as a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the U.S. Census Bureau for statistics. Ventress is located along the northeastern part of the False River.
In 2020, about 800 people lived in Ventress. The area is home to the Hunter Fabre Post 248 American Legion Hall. This hall is located on Legion Road, also known as Louisiana Highway 413. The zip code for Ventress is 70783.
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How Many People Live in Ventress?
As of 2020, the population of Ventress was 800 people. This number comes from the official U.S. Decennial Census.
Who Are Some Famous People from Ventress?
Many interesting people have connections to Ventress. Here are a few:
- J. E. Jumonville Jr. was a former member of the Louisiana State Senate. He was also a rancher and bred horses.
- Catherine D. Kimball served as a chief justice on the Louisiana Supreme Court.
- Clyde Kimball represented Pointe Coupee and West Baton Rouge parishes in the Louisiana House of Representatives from 1976 to 1992.
- Patrick Queen is a professional football player. He plays as a linebacker for the Baltimore Ravens in the NFL.
- Ventruss is a Metalcore band that started in Ventress.
What Roads Go Through Ventress?
Several important roads help people travel in and around Ventress:
Louisiana Highway 413
Louisiana Highway 414
Louisiana Highway 415
See also
In Spanish: Ventress para niños
