Fordoche
The state of Louisiana is located in the southern region of the United States and its southern border sits on the Gulf of Mexico. Fordoche, LA is located in the middle of the state and is the youngest of 4 municipalities in the parish. Louisiana is the only state with political subdivisions known as parishes. Fordoche is a bedroom community with no major businesses in the parish. There is no major thoroughfare through the town either. Fordoche boasts a strong family bond which makes its citizens unique. This is a great place to raise a family. Here a strong sense of community pride wins out, the willingness to lend a helping hand prevails, and a person's word and actions are valued. Nearly 1,000 people reside in Fordoche in an area of 2.4 square miles.