Patrick County, Virginia

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Patrick County
U.S. county
County of Patrick
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Country	United States
Seat	Stuart
Area
• Total	486 sq mi (1,260 km2)
• Land	483 sq mi (1,250 km2)
• Water	3 sq mi (8 km2)
Population  (2020)
• Total	17,473
• Density	36/sq mi (14/km2)

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Patrick County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 17,473. Its county seat is Stuart. The county was formed in 1791 and named for Patrick Henry, a prominent figure in the American Revolution and the first Governor of Virginia.

History

Patrick County was established in 1791 from a portion of Henry County. It was named in honor of Patrick Henry, who was a native of the area. The county has a rich history, including its role in the American Civil War and its development through the 19th and 20th centuries.

Geography

Patrick County is located in the southwestern part of Virginia, bordering North Carolina. The county covers a total area of 486 square miles, of which 483 square miles is land and 3 square miles is water. The Blue Ridge Mountains run through the county, providing a scenic landscape and numerous outdoor recreational opportunities.

Adjacent counties

• Carroll County - northwest
• Floyd County - northeast
• Franklin County - east
• Henry County - southeast
• Stokes County, North Carolina - south
• Surry County, North Carolina - southwest

Demographics

As of the 2020 census, Patrick County had a population of 17,473. The population density was approximately 36 people per square mile. The county's demographic composition includes a mix of various ethnic and racial groups, with a significant portion of the population being of European descent.

Economy

The economy of Patrick County is diverse, with significant contributions from agriculture, manufacturing, and tourism. The county is known for its production of tobacco, corn, and other crops. Additionally, the presence of the Blue Ridge Parkway and other natural attractions supports a thriving tourism industry.

Education

Patrick County is served by the Patrick County Public Schools system, which includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and Patrick County High School. The county also has access to higher education institutions in nearby regions.

Communities

Town

• Stuart (county seat)

Unincorporated communities

• Ararat
• Claudville
• Meadows of Dan
• Patrick Springs
• Vesta

Notable people

• Patrick Henry - American attorney, planter, politician, and orator best known for his declaration to the Second Virginia Convention: "Give me liberty, or give me death!"

See also

• National Register of Historic Places listings in Patrick County, Virginia
• Blue Ridge Parkway
• American Civil War