Bolivar County Map, Mississippi - Cities, Location, Roads, Top Attractions & Facts

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Map of Bolivar County - Bolivar County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. Bolivar County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Bolivar County located in the map, major cities in Bolivar county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Bolivar County, Mississippi

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Bolivar County, Mississippi

"Bolivar County is a county located in the U.S. state of Mississippi. It's county seat is Cleveland, Rosedale. As per 2020 census, the population of Bolivar County is 30308 people and population density is square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 876 sq mi (2,269 km2). Bolivar County was established on 1836."

Bolivar County Facts

Continent	North America
Country	United States
State	Mississippi
County Seat	Rosedale and Cleveland
Largest City/Town	Cleveland
Established	1836
Total Area	906 sq mi (2,347 sq km)
Land Area	877 sq mi (2,271 sq km)
Water Area	29 sq mi (75 sq km)
Population	30,985 (Census 2020)
Population Density	35.3 people per sq mi
Time Zone	Central Time Zone
Major Highways	U.S. Route 61, U.S. Route 278, Mississippi Highway 8
Major Rivers	Mississippi River, Yazoo River
Neighboring Counties	Coahoma County, Sunflower County, Washington County, Issaquena County, Desha County (Arkansas), Chicot County (Arkansas)
Famous For	Mississippi Delta blues, agriculture, and Delta State University
Top Attractions	GRAMMY Museum Mississippi, Delta State University, and Great River Road State Park nearby region
Official Website	Official Website

About Bolivar County, Mississippi

Bolivar County is located in the Mississippi Delta region in western Mississippi along the Mississippi River and was established in 1836. The county has two county seats, Rosedale and Cleveland, with Cleveland serving as the largest city. The county is widely known for Delta blues music, agricultural production, Delta State University, and rich cultural history connected to the Mississippi Delta.

Cities and Towns in Bolivar County, Mississippi

City/Town	Population (Census 2020)	Latitude & Longitude
Cleveland	10,323	33.7440°N, 90.7248°W
Rosedale	1,609	33.8534°N, 91.0273°W
Mound Bayou	1,302	33.8782°N, 90.7273°W
Shelby	1,748	33.9501°N, 90.7695°W
Shaw	1,457	33.6015°N, 90.7715°W
Boyle	633	33.7068°N, 90.9912°W
Benoit	428	33.6532°N, 91.0278°W
Renova	668	33.8437°N, 90.7212°W

Golf Courses in Bolivar County, Mississippi

Golf Course	Location	Latitude & Longitude
Cleveland Country Club	Cleveland	33.7492°N, 90.7314°W
Delta State University Golf Facilities	Cleveland	33.7427°N, 90.7338°W

What Are the Major Roads and Highways in Bolivar County, Mississippi

Major highways connect Bolivar County with the Mississippi Delta and neighboring states.

U.S. Route 61 - historic north-south highway through the Mississippi Delta
U.S. Route 278 - major east-west route connecting Mississippi with Arkansas and Alabama
Mississippi Highway 8 - regional highway serving Delta communities and agricultural areas

What are the Neighboring Counties of Bolivar County

Coahoma County (north)
Sunflower County (east)
Washington County (south)
Issaquena County (southwest)
Desha County, Arkansas (west)
Chicot County, Arkansas (northwest)

What Are the Top Attractions in Bolivar County, Mississippi

The county offers a blend of music history, Delta culture, and outdoor attractions.

GRAMMY Museum Mississippi - interactive museum celebrating music history and Mississippi artists
Delta State University - major educational institution known for arts, athletics, and Delta culture
Great River Road State Park Nearby Region - Mississippi River recreation area with scenic overlooks and trails
Martin and Sue King Railroad Museum - exhibits showcasing railroad and Delta transportation history
Dockery Farms Nearby Region - historic plantation considered an important birthplace of Delta blues music
Mound Bayou Historic Community - culturally significant town founded by formerly enslaved African Americans
Cleveland Downtown District - local restaurants, shops, murals, and live music venues
Mississippi Delta Scenic Drives - countryside routes featuring farmland and Delta landscapes
Bolivar County Fairgrounds and Community Events - festivals celebrating local culture and traditions
Outdoor Recreation Areas - fishing, birdwatching, hunting, and Mississippi River recreation opportunities

Distance from Bolivar County to Nearby Cities

The following distances are measured by road (driving).

Cleveland to Greenville, Mississippi - 42 mi (68 km)
Cleveland to Greenwood, Mississippi - 48 mi (77 km)
Cleveland to Clarksdale, Mississippi - 57 mi (92 km)
Cleveland to Jackson, Mississippi - 118 mi (190 km)
Cleveland to Memphis, Tennessee - 122 mi (196 km)
Cleveland to Vicksburg, Mississippi - 120 mi (193 km)
Cleveland to Little Rock, Arkansas - 155 mi (249 km)
Cleveland to Tupelo, Mississippi - 152 mi (245 km)
Cleveland to Birmingham, Alabama - 251 mi (404 km)
Cleveland to New Orleans, Louisiana - 287 mi (462 km)
Cleveland to Dallas, Texas - 418 mi (673 km)
Cleveland to Atlanta, Georgia - 394 mi (634 km)

FAQs about Bolivar County

Where is Bolivar County located?

Bolivar County is located in the Mississippi Delta region in western Mississippi along the Mississippi River.

What is the population of Bolivar County?

Bolivar County had a population of 30,985 according to Census 2020 data.

What is Bolivar County known for?

Bolivar County is known for Mississippi Delta blues, agriculture, and Delta State University.

What are the major highways in Bolivar County?

The county is served by U.S. Route 61, U.S. Route 278, and Mississippi Highway 8.

Are there golf courses in Bolivar County?

Yes, Bolivar County has golf facilities including Cleveland Country Club and Delta State University golf amenities.

References

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