Jackson Township is one of nine townships in Hancock County, Indiana, 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 Andrew Jackson.
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 Charlottesville Cleveland 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 Interstate 70 U.S. Route 40
References
United States Census Bureau cartographic boundary files
External links Indiana Township Association United Township Association of Indiana