Pembroke Virginia Map

About Pembroke, Virginia

Pembroke is a locality in Goochland County, Virginia, United States. Pembroke is located at 37.5849°N, 77.6833°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 24136.

Pembroke, a quiet settlement in Goochland County, breathes with the gentle exhalations of the Piedmont landscape. It lies 6.0 miles south-west of Short Pump, VA (from Short Pump, VA: bearing 221°T), and is situated 7.0 miles west of Tuckahoe. Rolling hills, cloaked in a verdant tapestry of oak and pine, cradle the modest collection of homes and businesses. The air here, especially in the early morning, carries a crisp, earthy scent, a testament to the fertile soil that has long sustained its inhabitants. Sunlight filters through the dense canopy of trees, casting dappled patterns on the winding country roads that serve as Pembroke's arteries, a reminder of the enduring connection between the people and the land they inhabit. The very quietness of the place seems to encourage a thoughtful pace, a deliberate engagement with the world around. The history of Pembroke is inextricably linked to the agricultural bounty of Goochland County, a legacy that continues to shape its local economy. For generations, tobacco and corn were the lifeblood of this region, their cultivation leaving an indelible mark on the terrain and the community’s character. While the agricultural landscape has diversified, a deep respect for the land and its produce remains. The nearby James River, though not directly bordering Pembroke, has historically played a vital role in transportation and commerce, its presence a constant, murmuring echo in the region's development. Today, Pembroke’s economy, while modest, finds strength in its rural roots, with a focus on small businesses and the enduring spirit of its residents.

About This Pembroke Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Pembroke, Virginia — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 37.584869, -77.683325. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Pembroke and Goochland County.

Detailed location data for Pembroke includes the ZIP code (23238), telephone area code (804, 276, 540), county seat of Goochland County (Goochland), and school district assignment (Giles County Public Schools). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Pembroke is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.