Lanesville, Indiana facts for kids
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Lanesville, Indiana
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Location of Lanesville in Harrison County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Harrison |
| Township | Franklin |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.94 sq mi (2.44 km2) |
| • Land | 0.94 sq mi (2.44 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 702 ft (214 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 935 |
| • Density | 993.62/sq mi (383.77/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47136
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| Area code(s) | 812 |
| FIPS code | 18-42048 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0437616 |
Lanesville is a small town located in Harrison County, Indiana, in the United States. It is part of Franklin Township. In 2020, about 935 people lived there.
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A Look Back: Lanesville's History
The first people to settle permanently in the Lanesville area arrived around the year 1800. The town of Lanesville was officially planned and mapped out in 1817. It was named after a government official, Mr. Lane, who surveyed the land for the town.
Lanesville got its own post office in 1832. This made it easier for people to send and receive mail.
Where is Lanesville? Geography Facts
Lanesville covers a total area of about 0.52 square miles (1.35 square kilometers). All of this area is land, meaning there are no large bodies of water like lakes or rivers within the town limits.
Who Lives in Lanesville? Population Details
The number of people living in Lanesville has changed over many years. Here's a quick look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 157 | — | |
| 1880 | 280 | 78.3% | |
| 1890 | 277 | −1.1% | |
| 1900 | 324 | 17.0% | |
| 1910 | 290 | −10.5% | |
| 1920 | 269 | −7.2% | |
| 1930 | 273 | 1.5% | |
| 1940 | 267 | −2.2% | |
| 1950 | 314 | 17.6% | |
| 1960 | 346 | 10.2% | |
| 1970 | 586 | 69.4% | |
| 1980 | 570 | −2.7% | |
| 1990 | 512 | −10.2% | |
| 2000 | 614 | 19.9% | |
| 2010 | 564 | −8.1% | |
| 2020 | 935 | 65.8% | |
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Lanesville's Population in 2010
According to the census taken in 2010, there were 564 people living in Lanesville. These people lived in 241 different homes, and 157 of these were families.
The town had about 1,084 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Lanesville were White (98.2%). A small number were African American (0.4%), Asian (0.2%), or from other backgrounds. About 0.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
Lanesville Households and Ages
Out of the 241 homes in 2010, about 33.6% had children under 18 living there. Nearly half (46.5%) were married couples. Some homes had a single female parent (13.3%) or a single male parent (5.4%). About 29.9% of homes were individuals living alone.
The average age of people in Lanesville in 2010 was 40.9 years old. About 24.6% of residents were under 18, and 16.7% were 65 or older. The town had slightly more females (51.6%) than males (48.4%).
Learning in Lanesville: Education
Lanesville has several schools for its young people:
- Lanesville Junior Senior High School
- Lanesville Elementary School
- St. John Lutheran School
The town also has a public library. It is a part of the Harrison County Public Library system.
Fun in Lanesville: Culture
Lanesville is known for a popular event held every year called the Lanesville Heritage Weekend. This festival celebrates the town's history and culture.
Famous Faces from Lanesville: Notable People
Some well-known people have connections to Lanesville:
- Walter Q. Gresham - He was a very important person in the government. He served as Postmaster General and Secretary of State. He was also a judge and tried to become president twice.
- Charlie Reising - He played professional baseball as an outfielder for the Indianapolis Hoosiers in 1884.
- Steve Stemle - He was a pitcher in Major League Baseball.
