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Amelia County Map, Virginia

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Amelia County, Virginia

Amelia County Location Map Virginia

Amelia County is just southwest of Richmond, giving you a taste of rural Virginia. It’s small, but don’t let that fool you. This place has character. Rolling farmland dominates the landscape, filled with historic homes and barns.

The Appomattox River forms its northern border, perfect for fishing or kayaking. Amelia’s courthouse area is like stepping back in time. It’s actually the county seat too, if you can believe it or not. It’s on the National Register of Historic Places.

Locals take pride in their agricultural heritage. You’ll find some of the freshest produce at roadside stands. The county hosts a famous “Field Day of the Past” each year, celebrating rural traditions. There’s a strong sense of community here. It’s quiet, but never dull.

CategoryDetails
County NameAmelia County
County SeatAmelia
PopulationApproximately 13,000
Cities, Towns, and CommunitiesAmelia, Mannboro, Jetersville
Interstates and HighwaysUS-360, VA-38, VA-153, VA-307
FIPS Code51-007
Total Area (Land and Water)359 sq mi (Land: 355 sq mi; Water: 4 sq mi)
Adjacent Counties (and Direction)Powhatan County (North), Chesterfield County (East), Dinwiddie County (Southeast), Nottoway County (South), Prince Edward County (Southwest), Cumberland County (West)
Time ZoneEastern Time Zone (ET)
StateVirginia
Coordinates37.3400° N, 77.9736° W
EtymologyNamed after Princess Amelia of Great Britain
Major LandmarksAmelia Wildlife Management Area, Sailor’s Creek Battlefield Historical State Park
WebsiteAmelia County Website

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