Welch, Texas facts for kids
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Welch, Texas
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 Welch, Texas
Location in Texas
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Texas |
| County | Dawson County |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km2) |
| • Land | 1.5 sq mi (3.8 km2) |
| • Water | 0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 3,120 ft (950 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 222 |
| • Density | 152/sq mi (58.7/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−06:00 (Central Time) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−05:00 (Mountain Time) |
| ZIP Code |
79377
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| Area code | 806 |
Welch is a small community in Dawson County, Texas, United States. It is called a census-designated place, which means it's an area that the government counts for population but isn't officially a city or town. In 2010, about 222 people lived there.
About Welch
Welch is located in the state of Texas. It is part of Dawson County. The area is mostly flat, like much of West Texas. It has a dry climate with hot summers.
People and Population
The number of people living in Welch is counted every ten years. This count is called a census. In 2010, the census showed that 222 people lived in Welch. This makes it a very small community.
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| 2010 | 222 | — | |
Education
Students who live in Welch go to school in the Dawson Independent School District. This school district serves the children in the area.
See also
In Spanish: Welch (Texas) para niños
