Attala County Map, Mississippi
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Attala County, Mississippi
Central Mississippi is home to Attala County. The county seat is Kosciusko, situated in the center. It was named after a Polish-Lithuanian military engineer who became a hero in the American Revolution. Talk about unexpected connections!
Nature lovers, take note: the Natchez Trace Parkway cuts right through for all sorts of outdoor adventures. Also, you can find Oprah Winfrey’s Birthplace here, close to Kosciusko.
The county’s roots run deep, dating back to 1833 when it was carved out of Choctaw territory. It’s the birthplace of James Meredith, who was the first African American to attend the University of Mississippi.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Attala County |
| County Seat | Kosciusko |
| Population | Approximately 18,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Kosciusko, McCool, Sallis, Ethel, Hesterville |
| Interstates and Highways | MS 12, MS 14, MS 19, MS 35 |
| FIPS Code | 28-007 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 737 square miles (Land: 735 sq mi, Water: 2 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Montgomery County (North), Choctaw County (Northeast), Winston County (East), Leake County (South), Madison County (Southwest), Holmes County (West), Carroll County (Northwest) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Mississippi |
| Coordinates | 33.0581° N, 89.5871° W |
| Etymology | Named after Chief Atala, a fictional Native American character from Chateaubriand’s 1801 novella |
| Major Landmarks | Natchez Trace Parkway, Oprah Winfrey’s Birthplace, Kosciusko Museum, Redbud Springs |
| Website | Attala County Website |
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