Rachal, Texas
Rachal is an unincorporated community in south-central Brooks County, Texas, United States.[1] According to the Handbook of Texas, the community had a population of 36 in 2000.
Rachal, Texas | |
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| Coordinates: 26°53′24″N 98°08′07″W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Texas |
| County | Brooks |
| Elevation | 121 ft (37 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| Area code | 361 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1344693[1] |
History
The community, established in 1913, is named for E.R. Rachal, the first Brooks County tax assessor. Rachal had 10 residents and only one business in 1936. The population grew to 40 by 1945, with a second business added. Since 1964, the population has varied 30 and 40. It had 36 residents and a few businesses in 2000.[2]
Geography
Rachal is located near the intersection of U.S. Highway 281 and FM 755, approximately 21 mi (34 km) south of Falfurrias.[2]
Education
Rachal is served by the Brooks County Independent School District.
References
- U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: Rachal, Texas
- "Rachal, Texas". The Handbook of Texas online. Retrieved 2008-05-10.
Municipalities and communities of Brooks County, Texas, United States | ||
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| City |  Brooks County map | |
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