Blanford, Indiana facts for kids
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Blanford, Indiana
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Location of Blanford in Vermillion County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Vermillion |
| Township | Clinton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.73 sq mi (1.90 km2) |
| • Land | 0.73 sq mi (1.90 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 571 ft (174 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 280 |
| • Density | 381.47/sq mi (147.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47842
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 431177 |
Blanford is a small community in Vermillion County, Indiana. It is located in Clinton Township. Blanford is called a census-designated place. This means it is a special area defined for counting people.
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About Blanford, Indiana
Blanford is a quiet place in the state of Indiana. It is part of the United States. This section will tell you more about its location, history, and the number of people who live there.
Where is Blanford Located?
Blanford is found in Vermillion County, Indiana. It is in the western part of the state. The exact location is at coordinates 39.665060 degrees north and -87.520580 degrees west. This helps pinpoint it on a map.
Blanford's Early Days
The community of Blanford was started in the year 1912. It was named after L. S. Blanford. He was the person who owned the land where the village was built. A post office opened in Blanford in 1915. This allowed people to send and receive mail.
How Many People Live in Blanford?
The number of people living in Blanford is counted regularly. This is called a census. In the year 2020, the census showed that 280 people lived in Blanford.
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| 2020 | 280 | — | |
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See also
- In Spanish: Blanford (Indiana) para niños
