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| name = Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana<br />
| settlement_type = Parish<br />
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| image_map = Map of Louisiana highlighting Pointe Coupee Parish.svg<br />
| map_caption = Location within the state of Louisiana<br />
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| subdivision_type = Country<br />
| subdivision_name = [[United States]]<br />
| subdivision_type1 = State<br />
| subdivision_name1 = [[Louisiana]]<br />
| established_title = Founded<br />
| established_date = 1807<br />
| seat_type = Parish seat<br />
| seat = [[New Roads, Louisiana|New Roads]]<br />
| area_total_km2 = 1536<br />
| area_land_km2 = 1441<br />
| area_water_km2 = 95<br />
| population_as_of = 2020<br />
| population_total = 20,758<br />
| population_density_km2 = auto<br />
| timezone = [[Central Time Zone|CST]]<br />
| utc_offset = -6<br />
| timezone_DST = [[Central Time Zone|CDT]]<br />
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'''Pointe Coupee Parish''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|p|ɔɪ|n|t|_|k|uː|ˈ|p|iː}}) is a [[parish (United States)|parish]] located in the [[U.S. state]] of [[Louisiana]]. The parish seat is [[New Roads, Louisiana|New Roads]]. As of the 2020 census, the population was 20,758. The parish was established in 1807.<br />
== History ==<br />
Pointe Coupee Parish is one of the oldest parishes in Louisiana, with a rich history dating back to the early 18th century. The name "Pointe Coupee" is French for "cut point," referring to a bend in the [[Mississippi River]] where the parish is located. The area was originally settled by French colonists and has a strong [[Creole culture|Creole]] heritage.<br />
== Geography ==<br />
Pointe Coupee Parish is situated in the central part of Louisiana. It is bordered by the [[Mississippi River]] to the east and the [[Atchafalaya River]] to the west. The parish has a total area of 1536 square kilometers, of which 1441 square kilometers is land and 95 square kilometers is water.<br />
== Demographics ==<br />
As of the 2020 census, Pointe Coupee Parish had a population of 20,758. The population density is approximately 14 people per square kilometer. The parish has a diverse population with a mix of [[African American]], [[Caucasian]], and [[Creole people|Creole]] communities.<br />
== Economy ==<br />
The economy of Pointe Coupee Parish is primarily based on agriculture, with significant contributions from the [[sugarcane]] and [[soybean]] industries. The parish also has a growing tourism sector, thanks to its historical sites and natural beauty.<br />
== Education ==<br />
Pointe Coupee Parish is served by the [[Pointe Coupee Parish School Board]], which operates several public schools in the area. The parish is also home to a number of private and parochial schools.<br />
== Government ==<br />
The parish government is headquartered in New Roads. The governing body is the Pointe Coupee Parish Police Jury, which is responsible for local legislation and administration.<br />
== Transportation ==<br />
Pointe Coupee Parish is accessible via several major highways, including [[U.S. Route 190]] and [[Louisiana Highway 1]]. The parish is also served by the False River Regional Airport.<br />
== Notable People ==<br />
* [[Julian Poydras]], a prominent early settler and philanthropist.<br />
* [[Major General John Archer Lejeune]], a notable military figure.<br />
== See Also ==<br />
* [[List of parishes in Louisiana]]<br />
* [[New Roads, Louisiana]]<br />
* [[Mississippi River]]<br />
* [[Atchafalaya River]]<br />
== References ==<br />
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== External Links ==<br />
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[[Category:Parishes of Louisiana]]<br />
[[Category:Pointe Coupee Parish, Louisiana]]<br />
[[Category:1807 establishments in the United States]]<br />
[[Category:Greater Baton Rouge]]<br />
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