Colburn, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Colburn, Indiana
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Looking east toward Colburn along County Road 700 North. Welcome sign made by Bill Fitzmaurice, a resident of Colburn for 25 years.
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Location of Colburn in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Tippecanoe |
| Township | Washington |
| Founded | 1858 |
| Founder | Jacob H. Chapman |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| • Land | 0.10 sq mi (0.26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 663 ft (202 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 164 |
| • Density | 1,640.00/sq mi (632.23/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Zip Code |
47905
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2583448 |
Colburn is a small community in the state of Indiana, United States. It is located in Tippecanoe County. Colburn is known as a census-designated place. This means it is an area that the government counts for population, but it does not have its own local government.
Colburn is also part of the larger Lafayette Metropolitan Statistical Area. This area includes Lafayette and other nearby towns.
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Discovering Colburn's Past
Colburn has an interesting history. It was first founded in 1858. The community was originally named Chapmanville. It was named after its founder, Jacob H. Chapman.
Early Services in Colburn
A post office was opened in Colburn in 1860. This office helped people send and receive mail. It served the community for many years. The post office eventually closed in 1988.
Where is Colburn Located?
Colburn is found in Washington Township. It is in the northeastern part of Tippecanoe County. The community covers a small area of about 0.26 square kilometers (0.10 square miles).
Colburn's Neighbors
Colburn is surrounded by several other towns.
- Lafayette is about 12 miles southwest.
- Delphi is about 6 miles north.
- Buck Creek is about 4 miles south.
- Americus is about 3.5 miles west.
Colburn's Population
The word "demographics" refers to information about a population. This includes how many people live in a place. It also looks at things like age or gender.
How Many People Live in Colburn?
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| 2020 | 164 | — | |
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According to the 2020 United States Census, Colburn had a population of 164 people. This means 164 people called Colburn home in 2020.
See also
In Spanish: Colburn (Indiana) para niños
