Fairland, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fairland, Indiana
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Fairland from the air, looking northeast
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Location of Fairland in Shelby County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Shelby |
| Township | Brandywine |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1.16 sq mi (3.00 km2) |
| • Land | 1.14 sq mi (2.96 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.04 km2) |
| Elevation | 771 ft (235 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 542 |
| • Density | 474.61/sq mi (183.24/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46126
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| Area code(s) | 317 |
| FIPS code | 18-22396 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2508767 |
Fairland is a small town located in Brandywine Township, Shelby County, Indiana. It is in the state of Indiana in the United States. In 2020, the town had a population of 542 people.
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History of Fairland
How Fairland Began
The town of Fairland was officially planned in 1852. This happened when a railroad, the Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and Lafayette Railroad, was being built nearby. Isaac Odell and Henry Jenkins hired a company to draw up the plans for the town.
The name "Fairland" was chosen because the land around the original town site was considered "beautiful land." A post office opened in Fairland in 1854, with Isaac Odell as the first postmaster.
Growing Over Time
Over the years, Fairland grew with several new areas added to the town. These additions helped the town expand. For example, Daniel Bradley Addition was added in 1857, and Odell's First Addition came in 1865.
In 1866, the railroad line was extended to Fairland. General Ambrose E. Burnside led this project. The Fairland Cemetery Association was started in 1887.
Early Businesses and Life
Fairland used to have many different businesses. These included a 22-room hotel called the Park Hotel, a bank, and a blacksmith shop. There were also doctors, restaurants, and a general store.
Other businesses included a hardware store, a butcher, and a place to keep horses called a livery stable. The town even had its own newspaper, the "Fairland Bulletin," for a while.
Geography of Fairland
Fairland is a small town in terms of its size. According to information from 2010, the town covers about 0.16 square miles (0.41 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Population and People
Fairland's Population Over the Years
The number of people living in Fairland has changed over time. Here's a quick look at the population counts from different years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 367 | — | |
| 1890 | 513 | 39.8% | |
| 2010 | 315 | — | |
| 2020 | 542 | 72.1% | |
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Fairland in 2010
In 2010, there were 315 people living in Fairland. These people lived in 121 households, and 90 of these were families. The town had about 1,968 people per square mile (760 people per square kilometer).
Most of the people in Fairland were White (98.1%). About 3.5% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (37.2%) had children under 18 living with them. About half of the households (50.4%) were married couples. The average household had 2.60 people.
The average age of people in Fairland in 2010 was 37.5 years old. About 27.9% of residents were under 18.
Education in Fairland
School History
Fairland had its own high school around the year 1900. In 1873, a new brick school building was constructed. This new school replaced two older, separate buildings.
Another new school was built in 1883. When that building burned down, a new one was built in 1928. This school was used until 1984.
School Teams and Mascot
The athletic teams for Fairland High School were known as the "Hornets." Later, the school became part of a larger school district. This district is called the Northwestern Consolidated School District of Shelby County.
Now, the school teams are known as the "Triton Tigers."
Current Schools
Today, the schools that serve Fairland are located about two miles north of the town. These schools are Triton Elementary School, Triton Middle School, and Triton Central High School.
The school colors are kelly green and white. Their mascot, or team symbol, is the tiger.
Arts and Culture
Fairland hosts special events for its community. One of these is the annual Fairland Fish Fry Festival. This festival offers food and brings the community together.
Notable people
Some well-known people have connections to Fairland:
- Marjorie Main - A famous actress and singer.
- Matt Mason - A country music singer.
- Ashe Russell - A professional baseball player.
See also
In Spanish: Fairland (Indiana) para niños
