ZIP Code 71427: Flatwoods, Louisiana
ZIP code 71427 covers part or all of Flatwoods in Rapides Parish, Louisiana. Its reference point is at latitude 31.3849 and longitude -92.8812 (31°23'05.6"N 92°52'52.3"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 71427
71427 is the only ZIP code listed for Flatwoods, LA in our directory.
Across Rapides Parish there are 30 ZIP codes listed, and Louisiana has 749 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 71447 in Lena, LA, about 3.8 mi to the northeast.
| ZIP code | 71427 |
|---|---|
| City | Flatwoods |
| County | Rapides Parish |
| State | Louisiana (LA) |
| Latitude | 31.3849 |
| Longitude | -92.8812 |
| DMS | 31°23'05.6"N 92°52'52.3"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 71447 (Lena, 3.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 71427
Map centered on 31.3849, -92.8812. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Flatwoods, LA
ZIP Codes Near 71427
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 71427, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 71427, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Lena, LA (3.8 mi northeast), Mora, LA (5.6 mi west) and Gorum, LA (6.7 mi northwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Lena, LA – 3.8 mi northeast
- Mora, LA – 5.6 mi west
- Gorum, LA – 6.7 mi northwest
- Chopin, LA – 12 mi north
- Simpson, LA – 12 mi southwest
- Cloutierville, LA – 12 mi north
- Boyce, LA – 12 mi east
- Sieper, LA – 14 mi southeast
- Otis, LA – 15 mi southeast
- Gardner, LA – 15 mi southeast
Schools Near Flatwoods, LA
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 71427 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Flatwoods and Rapides Parish.
Searching nearby communities such as Lena and Mora can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 71427.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Flatwoods, LA are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 71427.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Flatwoods, LA can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 71427 may also use facilities in nearby Lena, Mora and Gorum.
Shopping and Dining in Flatwoods
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 71427 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Flatwoods, Louisiana can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 71427.
To research local history, try searching for Rapides Parish records and archives along with the name Flatwoods.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 71427, Lena lies about 3.8 mi to the northeast, Mora lies about 5.6 mi to the west, Gorum lies about 6.7 mi to the northwest, Chopin lies about 12 mi to the north and Simpson lies about 12 mi to the southwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Flatwoods show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 71427
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Greetings from Louisiana - Large Letter Postcard (8921774059)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 71427 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.