Van Buren Township is one of twelve townships in Pulaski County, Indiana, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 854 and it contained 375 housing units.
Van Buren Township was organized in 1842, and named for Martin Van Buren (1782–1862), eighth President of the United States (1837–1841).
Geography According to the 2010 census, the township has a total area of , all land.
Cities, towns, villages Star City
Unincorporated towns Thornhope at (This list is based on USGS data and may include former settlements.)
Adjacent townships Harrison Township (north) Union Township, Fulton County (northeast) Wayne Township, Fulton County (east) Harrison Township, Cass County (southeast) Boone Township, Cass County (south) Cass Township, White County (southwest) Indian Creek Township (west) Monroe Township (northwest)
Cemeteries The township contains these four cemeteries: Buck, Independent Order of Odd Fellows (now known as Star City West Cemetery), Mull and Victor Chapel.
Major highways U.S. Route 35
Education Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation
Van Buren Township residents may obtain a free library card from the Pulaski County Public Library in Winamac.
Political districts Indiana's 2nd congressional district State House District 16 State Senate District 18
References United States Census Bureau 2008 TIGER/Line Shapefiles United States Board on Geographic Names (GNIS) IndianaMap
External links Indiana Township Association United Township Association of Indiana