Jackson Township is one of nine

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in Hancock County,

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, United States. As of the 2010 census, its population was 1,786 and it contained 696 housing units.

History

Jackson Township was organized in 1831 during the May term. The board of commissioners of Hancock county was formed to include what is now Jackson and Brown townships. It was named for President

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Geography

According to the 2010 census, the township has a total area of , of which (or 99.86%) is land and (or 0.14%) is water. Lakes in this township include Perry Lake. The streams of Anthony Creek, Morris Creek and Willow Branch run through this township.

Unincorporated towns

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* Pleasant Hill (This list is based on USGS data and may include former settlements.)

Adjacent townships

* Brown Township (north) * Wayne Township, Henry County (east) * Ripley Township, Rush County (southeast) * Blue River Township (south) * Center Township (west) * Green Township (northwest)

Cemeteries

The township contains two cemeteries: Simmons and Sixmile.

Major highways

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* U.S. Route 40

References

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United States Census Bureau cartographic boundary files

External links

Indiana Township Association

United Township Association of Indiana
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