Madison Parish, LA
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Madison Parish, Louisiana
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Parish | |
 Location within the state of Louisiana | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Louisiana |
| Founded | 1838 |
| Parish seat | Tallulah |
| Area | |
| • Total | 651 sq mi (1,690 km2) |
| • Land | 624 sq mi (1,620 km2) |
| • Water | 27 sq mi (70 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 10,760 |
| • Density | 17/sq mi (6.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 |
Madison Parish is a parish located in the northeastern part of the state of Louisiana, in the United States. The parish was established in 1838 and named after James Madison, the fourth President of the United States. The parish seat is Tallulah.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Madison Parish covers a total area of 651 square miles, of which 624 square miles is land and 27 square miles is water. The parish is bordered by East Carroll Parish to the north, Warren County, Mississippi to the east, Tensas Parish to the south, and Richland Parish to the west.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, Madison Parish had a population of 10,760. The population density is relatively low, with a mix of urban and rural communities.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Madison Parish is primarily based on agriculture, with significant contributions from the farming of crops such as cotton, corn, and soybeans. The parish also has a growing interest in tourism, particularly related to its historical sites and natural beauty.
Education[edit | edit source]
Madison Parish is served by the Madison Parish School Board, which operates several public schools in the area. The parish also has access to higher education institutions in nearby regions.
Transportation[edit | edit source]
Major highways that run through Madison Parish include Interstate 20, which provides east-west access, and U.S. Route 65, which runs north-south. The parish is also served by several state highways and local roads.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Andrew H. Hynes, a prominent figure in the early history of Madison Parish.
See Also[edit | edit source]
- List of parishes in Louisiana
- Louisiana
- Tallulah, Louisiana
- East Carroll Parish, Louisiana
- Tensas Parish, Louisiana
- Richland Parish, Louisiana
References[edit | edit source]
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