Versailles is a village in Darke County, Ohio, United States. The population was 2,589 at the 2000 census. The proper local pronunciation of the name is "Ver Sales", with the accent on the second syllable. // The word village has many meanings relating to local government in the United States. ... Darke County is a county located in the state of Ohio, United States. ... Official language(s) English de facto Capital Columbus Largest city Columbus Largest metro area Greater Cleveland Area  Ranked 34th  - Total 44,825 sq mi (116,096 km²)  - Width 220 miles (355 km)  - Length 220 miles (355 km)  - % water 8. ... 2000 US Census logo The Twenty-Second United States Census, known as Census 2000 and conducted by the Census Bureau, determined the resident population of the United States on April 1, 2000, to be 281,421,906, an increase of 13. ...

The village, founded in 1819, is named after the city of Versailles in France. Versailles was originally named Jacksonville. However, as a large majority of early residents were of French descent, it was suggested that the village's name be changed to "Versailles" in memory of their homeland. Versailles became the new name of the village in 1837. This article is about the city of Versailles. ... For a specific analysis of the population of France, see Demographics of France. ...

Geography

Versailles is located at 40°13′23″N, 84°29′6″W (40.222964, -84.485077)^GR1. Image File history File links Adapted from Wikipedias OH county maps by Catbar. ...

According to the United States Census Bureau, the village has a total area of 4.5 km² (1.8 mi²), all land. The United States Census Bureau (officially Bureau of the Census as defined in Title ) is a part of the United States Department of Commerce. ... A square metre (US spelling: square meter) is by definition the area enclosed by a square with sides each 1 metre long. ... A square mile is an English unit of area equal to that of a square with sides each 1 statute mile (≈1,609 m) in length. ...

Demographics

As of the census^GR2 of 2000, there were 2,589 people, 1,061 households, and 687 families residing in the village. The population density was 571.2/km² (1,482.5/mi²). There were 1,109 housing units at an average density of 244.7/km² (635.0/mi²). The racial makeup of the village was 99.38% White, 0.04% African American, 0.12% Native American, 0.08% Asian, 0.12% from other races, and 0.27% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 0.12% of the population. Image:1870 census Lindauer Weber 01. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... It has been suggested that Ethnicity (United States Census) be merged into this article or section. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ... The United States Census Bureau uses the federal governments definitions of race when performing a census. ...

There were 1,061 households out of which 31.6% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 54.5% were married couples living together, 7.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.2% were non-families. 32.4% of all households were made up of individuals and 16.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 3.00. Marriage is an interpersonal relationship with governmental, social, or religious recognition, usually intimate and sexual, and often created as a contract, or through civil process. ...

In the village the population was spread out with 25.5% under the age of 18, 6.8% from 18 to 24, 28.4% from 25 to 44, 19.0% from 45 to 64, and 20.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 37 years. For every 100 females there were 90.9 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 85.3 males.

The median income for a household in the village was $37,908, and the median income for a family was $47,717. Males had a median income of $32,440 versus $25,194 for females. The per capita income for the village was $18,275. About 3.5% of families and 5.3% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.1% of those under age 18 and 9.3% of those age 65 or over. The per capita income for a group of people may be defined as their total personal income, divided by the total population. ... Map of countries showing percentage of population who have an income below the national poverty line The poverty line is the level of income below which one cannot afford to purchase all the resources one requires to live. ...

Farming is the most prevalent occupation in Versailles. Most farmers in Versailles (86.4%) are family owned farms. Midmark (medical equipment manufacturer), Whiteford Foods (Meat Packing Company), and Weaver (Egg and Poultry Manufacturer) are the largest employers in Versailles.

Versailles and neighboring Mercer County consume more beer per capita than any other vicinity in the United States according to Miller Distributing company statistics. This is thought to be as a result of the large German and Catholic influence in and around Versailles Ohio dating back to the late 1800's.

Poultry Days

Versailles is also known for hosting its yearly Poultry Days festival on the 2nd weekend of June. The festival consists of crowning a "Ms. Chick", a carnival, a parade, the production of over 23,000 slow roasted chicken dinners, and the Poultry Days Ultimate tournament.^{[citation needed]}

Versailles also has a large Ultimate tournament during Poultry Days where an immense amount of beer is consumed every year.

Schools

There are three schools in Versailles: Elementary, Middle, and Jr/Sr High. However, all are included in the same school district, the Versailles Exempted Village School District. There is also a satellite school located in nearby North Star.

Versailles High School, nicknamed the Tigers, has won state football titles in 1990, 1993, 1994, 1995, 1998, and 2003, with three state runners-up titles in 1988, 1996, and 2004. The Tigers also won a UPI State title in 1967 before Ohio had playoffs. Also, from 1993-1996, the football team won 54 consecutive games. Initially a state record, it is now second to Delphos St. John's High School's 57 games. All these titles came under the tenure of head coach Al Hetrick, who was head coach from 1968 through 2005. The 1967 UPI title was under head coach John Lantz. Versailles HS is tied with St. Henry High School for the most state championships in Ohio by a public school since the introduction of the current playoff system in 1972. All three schools are part of the Midwest Athletic Conference. St. ... St. ... The member schools of the MAC. The Midwest Athletic Conference is an OHSAA athletic league located in west-central Ohio. ...

Versailles High School is consistently ranked as one of the top public high schools in Ohio. Strengths include a rigorous math and science based curriculum. Versailles is one of the largest school districts in Ohio based on land area and one of the smallest based on student population. Versailles has produced many engineers in both the national defense and the aerospace industry in the United States including David Berger who now is a control engineer for General Electric Aircraft engines.

Most students graduating from Versailles High School that decide to attend colleges or universities choose either The Ohio State University, Wright State University, or The University of Dayton.

External links

• Village of Versailles - Official Website
• History of Versailles and other Darke Co. towns
• Pioneer history of Versailles, Wayne Twp., Darke Co., OH
• Versailles, Ohio Public Schools
• Maps and aerial photos for 40°13′23″N 84°29′06″W / 40.222964, -84.485077Coordinates: 40°13′23″N 84°29′06″W / 40.222964, -84.485077
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