East Germantown, Indiana facts for kids
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East Germantown, Indiana
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Location of East Germantown in Wayne County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Wayne |
| Township | Jackson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| • Land | 0.12 sq mi (0.30 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 951 ft (290 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 261 |
| • Density | 2,230.77/sq mi (863.62/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EST) |
| ZIP code |
47327
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| FIPS code | 18-19756 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396917 |
East Germantown is a small town located in Wayne County, Indiana, in the United States. It is part of Jackson Township. In 2010, about 410 people lived there. By 2020, the population was 261.
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History of East Germantown
East Germantown has an interesting past, especially concerning its name.
Early Days and Name Change
The town was first created in 1827. It was originally called Georgetown. Later, its name was changed to East Germantown.
Civil War Band
During the American Civil War, a special band from East Germantown was formed. This band joined the 12th Indiana Volunteer Infantry Regiment in 1862. They played music for the soldiers.
Post Office and Town Name Confusion
A post office opened in East Germantown in 1846. It used the name East Germantown for many years. However, in 1917, during World War I, its name officially changed to "Pershing." This was done to honor General Pershing, a famous American military leader.
The town board also wanted to change the town's name to Pershing. But some people worried that if the town name changed, their property deeds (documents showing who owns land) would no longer be valid. Because of this concern, the town's name stayed East Germantown after a vote.
Even though the post office became "Pershing," the railroad kept calling the stop "East Germantown." This was because there was already another place called Pershing in Fulton County, Indiana.
Local School Building
The old Pershing Elementary School building is still used today. It is now the main office for the Western Wayne School Corporation.
Geography of East Germantown
East Germantown is a small town in terms of land area.
Land Area
According to the 2010 census, the town covers about 0.13 square miles (0.34 square kilometers). All of this area is land, with no water.
Population and People
Understanding the population helps us learn about the town's growth over time.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in East Germantown has changed quite a bit over the years. Here's a look at the population counts from different censuses:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1860 | 465 | — | |
| 1870 | 536 | 15.3% | |
| 1880 | 451 | −15.9% | |
| 1890 | 338 | −25.1% | |
| 1900 | 305 | −9.8% | |
| 1910 | 302 | −1.0% | |
| 1920 | 267 | −11.6% | |
| 1930 | 291 | 9.0% | |
| 1940 | 305 | 4.8% | |
| 1950 | 389 | 27.5% | |
| 1960 | 367 | −5.7% | |
| 1970 | 447 | 21.8% | |
| 1980 | 438 | −2.0% | |
| 1990 | 372 | −15.1% | |
| 2000 | 243 | −34.7% | |
| 2010 | 410 | 68.7% | |
| 2020 | 261 | −36.3% | |
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What the 2010 Census Showed
In 2010, the census counted 410 people living in East Germantown. There were 155 households and 121 families.
Most of the people living in the town were White (97.8%). A small number of people were from other racial backgrounds. About 0.7% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had about 2.65 people. The average family had about 2.92 people.
Age Groups
The average age of people in East Germantown in 2010 was about 39.4 years old.
- About 23.4% of residents were under 18 years old.
- About 9.5% were between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 25.4% were between 25 and 44 years old.
- About 26.1% were between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 15.6% were 65 years old or older.
The town had a nearly even split between males (48.5%) and females (51.5%).
