Surry County, Virginia
Surry County | |
|---|---|
 Location within the U.S. state of Virginia | |
 Virginia's location within the U.S. | |
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| Country |  United States
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| State |  Virginia |
| Founded | 1652 |
| Named for | Surrey, England |
| Seat | Surry |
| Area | |
| • Total | 310 sq mi (800 km2) |
| • Land | 279 sq mi (720 km2) |
| • Water | 31 sq mi (80 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 6,561 |
| • Density | 23.5/sq mi (9.1/km2) |
| Website | [[1] www |
Surry County is a county located in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As of the 2020 census, the population was 6,561. Its county seat is Surry.
History[edit | edit source]
Surry County was formed in 1652 from a portion of James City County. It was named after the county of Surrey in England. The county has a rich history, including its role in the early colonial period and its involvement in the American Civil War.
Geography[edit | edit source]
According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 310 square miles (800 km²), of which 279 square miles (720 km²) is land and 31 square miles (80 km²) (10.0%) is water. The county is located in the southeastern part of the state, along the James River.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, there were 6,561 people, 2,678 households, and 1,850 families residing in the county. The population density was 23.5 people per square mile (9.1/km²).
Government and Politics[edit | edit source]
Surry County is governed by a Board of Supervisors, which is elected by the residents. The county is part of Virginia's 4th congressional district.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Surry County is primarily based on agriculture, forestry, and tourism. The county is known for its ham production, which is a significant part of its agricultural output.
Education[edit | edit source]
Surry County Public Schools operates the public school system in the county. The system includes Surry County High School, Luther Porter Jackson Middle School, and Surry Elementary School.
Communities[edit | edit source]
Towns[edit | edit source]
Unincorporated communities[edit | edit source]
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- William Mahone, a Confederate general and United States Senator.
- Edmund Ruffin, an agriculturalist and secessionist.
See also[edit | edit source]
- List of counties in Virginia
- National Register of Historic Places listings in Surry County, Virginia
References[edit | edit source]
External links[edit | edit source]
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