Hymera, Indiana facts for kids
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Hymera, Indiana
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Location of Hymera in Sullivan County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Sullivan |
| Township | Jackson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.71 sq mi (1.84 km2) |
| • Land | 0.71 sq mi (1.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 525 ft (160 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 653 |
| • Density | 917.13/sq mi (354.02/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (EST) |
| ZIP code |
47855
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| Area code(s) | 812 |
| FIPS code | 18-35500 |
| GNIS feature ID | 436673 |
Hymera is a small town in Sullivan County, Indiana, in the United States. It is the main center of Jackson Township. In 2010, 801 people lived there.
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Where is Hymera?
Hymera is located in Sullivan County, Indiana. It is part of the Terre Haute area. The town covers about 0.71 square miles (1.84 square kilometers) of land. Hymera is in the Eastern time zone. Its elevation is 525 feet (160 meters) above sea level.
People in Hymera
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1910 | 1,515 | — | |
| 1920 | 1,599 | 5.5% | |
| 1930 | 1,152 | −28.0% | |
| 1940 | 1,298 | 12.7% | |
| 1950 | 1,069 | −17.6% | |
| 1960 | 1,015 | −5.1% | |
| 1970 | 907 | −10.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,054 | 16.2% | |
| 1990 | 771 | −26.9% | |
| 2000 | 833 | 8.0% | |
| 2010 | 801 | −3.8% | |
| 2020 | 653 | −18.5% | |
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Hymera's Population in 2010
In 2010, there were 801 people living in Hymera. These people lived in 306 households. About 215 of these were families. The town had 364 housing units.
Most people in Hymera were White (99.0%). A small number were Native American (0.2%) or of two or more races (0.7%). About 0.1% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Many households (36.9%) had children under 18 living with them. About 48.4% were married couples. The average household had 2.62 people. The average family had 3.14 people.
The average age in Hymera was 37.5 years. About 28% of residents were under 18. About 12.7% were 65 or older. The town had slightly more females (50.3%) than males (49.7%).
Schools in Hymera
Students from Hymera go to schools in a nearby town. Younger students (grades K-6) attend Northeast East Elementary. Older students (grades 7-12) go to North Central High School. Both schools are located in Farmersburg, Indiana.
Fun Places to Visit
Hymera has some cool local attractions. You can visit Shakamak State Park. There is also the Minnehaha Fish and Wildlife Area. These places are great for enjoying nature and outdoor activities.
Hymera's History
Early Days and Name Change
Long ago, pioneers settled this area. They were Methodists and built the Bethel Church. There was also a grist mill built around 1829. One of the first coal mines in the county was here too. Local blacksmiths used this coal.
The town was first planned around 1870 by Nathan Hinkle. It was first called Pittsburg. This name honored William Pitt, who owned the land. However, the postal service did not accept the name Pittsburg. So, the post office opened in 1855 with the name Hymera.
The name Hymera is said to come from John Badders. He was the postmaster and had an adopted daughter named Mary. In 1890, the town officially changed its name to Hymera. This happened because a new town nearby was called New Pittsburg. This caused confusion with "Old Pittsburg" (Hymera).
Growth and Important Events
Around the time of the name change, a railroad line reached the local coal mines. This helped Hymera grow a lot. In 1902, Hymera officially became an incorporated town. The first election for town officers happened that July.
A very special day in Hymera's history was in October 1904. It was called Mitchell Day. This day honored John Mitchell. He was the president of the United Mine Workers of America. Over seven thousand people came to town for the celebration!
During Mitchell Day, a monument was unveiled. It honored Nathan Hinkle. He was a soldier from the American Revolution buried in the Hymera Cemetery. Many speeches were given. John Mitchell himself gave the main speech.
In 1905, Mitchell reportedly said Hymera was the "neatest mining town" in the United States. He noted its many sidewalks and improvements. This showed the town had a "progressive spirit."
At that time, Hymera had five church groups. These included Methodists, Baptists, and Presbyterians. The town also had a school building. It was expanded in 1905 because more space was needed. The Hymera State Bank was also formed in 1906.
Famous People from Hymera
- James K. Gilman was born in Hymera in 1952. He became a retired U.S. Army Major General and a physician. He was also the chief executive officer of the National Institute of Health Clinical Center.
See also
In Spanish: Hymera (Indiana) para niños
