Richland Parish Map, Louisiana
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Richland Parish, Louisiana
Richland Parish sits in northeastern Louisiana, about an hour’s drive east of Monroe. It’s farm country. Miles of cotton, corn, and soybeans stretch to the horizon.
Bayous and creeks crisscross the land. The parish was founded in 1868, named for its rich soil. Nowadays, about 20,000 people call it home.
Rayville is the biggest town and parish seat. Folks here are proud of their history. You can see it in the old courthouse and restored depot downtown.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Parish Name | Richland Parish |
| Parish Seat | Rayville |
| Population | Approximately 20,000 |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Rayville, Delhi, Mangham, Start, Holly Ridge, Archibald |
| Interstates and Highways | I-20, US-80, US-425, LA-15, LA-133 |
| FIPS Code | 22-083 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 565 square miles (558 sq mi land, 7 sq mi water) |
| Adjacent Parishes (and Direction) | Morehouse Parish (North), West Carroll Parish (Northeast), East Carroll Parish (East), Madison Parish (East), Franklin Parish (South), Caldwell Parish (Southwest), Ouachita Parish (West) |
| Time Zone | Central Time Zone (CT) |
| State | Louisiana |
| Coordinates | 32.4175° N, 91.7541° W |
| Etymology | Named for the fertile and “rich” agricultural lands in the area |
| Major Landmarks | Poverty Point Reservoir State Park, Richland Parish Courthouse, Historic Delhi High School, Black Bear Golf Club, Louisiana Military Museum |
| Website | Richland Parish Website |
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