Batesville, County seat in Independence County, Arkansas
Batesville extends along the White River at an elevation of 103 meters, covering 11.71 square miles of land in northeastern Arkansas.
Established in 1821 and incorporated in 1822, Batesville received its name from James Woodson Bates, the first territorial delegate from Arkansas to Congress.
The area contains over 1,200 archaeological sites, including evidence of Mississippian-era settlements and the ancient Indian town of Coligua near present-day Batesville.
Two educational institutions, Lyon College and the University of Arkansas Community College, serve the population of 11,191 residents as recorded in 2020.
The White River Health System operates as the central medical facility, while manufacturing and distribution industries form the economic foundation of the region.
Location: Independence County
Inception: 1821
Elevation above the sea: 103 m
Website: http://cityofbatesville.com
GPS coordinates: 35.77361,-91.64139
Latest update: May 27, 2025 07:05
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