Bethany, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bethany, Indiana
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Location in Morgan County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Morgan |
| Township | Clay |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.10 sq mi (0.25 km2) |
| • Land | 0.10 sq mi (0.25 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 95 |
| • Density | 1,000.00/sq mi (387.69/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EST) |
| ZIP code |
46151
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| Area codes | 317, 463 |
| FIPS code | 18-04978 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396589 |
Bethany is a small town in Morgan County, Indiana. It is located within Clay Township. In 2020, about 95 people lived there.
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History of Bethany
Bethany became an official town in 1955. It was named after Bethany Park. This park was started in 1884 by a religious group called the Disciples of Christ. They used the park for "camp meetings," which were large gatherings for religious learning and community activities.
Geography of Bethany
Bethany is in the northeastern part of Morgan County. It is next to the town of Brooklyn on its northeast side. A main road, Indiana State Road 67, passes close by. This road can take you north to Mooresville or south to Martinsville. Martinsville is the main city of Morgan County. The big city of Indianapolis is about 22 miles northeast.
The town of Bethany covers a small area of land, about 0.10 square miles. It is located just northwest of the White River.
Population and People
The number of people living in Bethany has changed over the years. Here's a quick look at the population:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 62 | — | |
| 1960 | 119 | — | |
| 1970 | 121 | 1.7% | |
| 1980 | 127 | 5.0% | |
| 1990 | 90 | −29.1% | |
| 2000 | 94 | 4.4% | |
| 2010 | 81 | −13.8% | |
| 2020 | 95 | 17.3% | |
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Bethany's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 81 people living in Bethany. These people lived in 31 different homes. Most of the people were White. A small number were Native American or from two or more races. Some residents were also of Hispanic or Latino background.
About a third of the homes had children under 18. Many homes were married couples living together. Other homes included single parents or individuals living alone. The average age of people in Bethany was about 35.8 years old.
See also
In Spanish: Bethany (Indiana) para niños
