Huntersville, Indiana facts for kids

Huntersville is a small, quiet place located in Franklin County, Indiana, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's managed by the county government.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a group of homes and businesses that are not part of an official city or town. Think of it like a neighborhood that hasn't formed its own local government. People living in Huntersville get their services, like police and fire protection, from Franklin County. This is different from a city, which has its own mayor and city council.

A Look at Huntersville's Past

Huntersville was first established a long time ago, in the year 1841. When a community is "laid out," it means its streets and property lots are planned and marked on a map. It's believed that the name "Hunter" came from one of the people who helped start or found the community. So, Huntersville was likely named after one of its early settlers or founders.