Medina Township, Michigan facts for kids
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Medina Township, Michigan
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Location within Lenawee County
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 Medina Township, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Medina Township, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Lenawee |
| Established | 1836 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 47.63 sq mi (123.36 km2) |
| • Land | 47.54 sq mi (123.13 km2) |
| • Water | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,115 |
| • Density | 23.410/sq mi (9.039/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) | |
| Area code(s) | 517 |
| FIPS code | 26-52820 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1626717 |
Medina Township is a small community located in Lenawee County, in the state of Michigan. It is a type of local government area called a civil township. In 2020, about 1,115 people lived here.
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Exploring Medina Township's Communities
Medina Township is home to a few smaller communities. Each has its own interesting history.
Canandaigua: An Old Village
- Canandaigua is a community in the eastern part of the township. It is located along M-152. This area was first settled in 1824 by Samuel Gregg. He came from Canandaigua, New York. The community was named after his hometown. It even had its own post office from 1837 until 1911.
Medina: Named After the Township
- Medina is another community in the northeastern part of the township. The first settler here was Daniel Upton in 1812. He moved from Peterborough, New Hampshire. The community was officially mapped out in 1837. It had a post office for a while, starting in 1837. The community was named after Medina Township itself. This name might have come from early settlers from Medina, New York.
Ontario: A Former Railway Stop
- Ontario was once a community with a railway station. It also had its own post office. This post office operated from 1881 until 1902.
Geography and Location of Medina Township
Medina Township is a unique place with interesting geographical features. It is located in the southwestern part of Michigan.
How Big is Medina Township?
The township covers a total area of about 47.63 square miles (123.36 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 47.54 square miles (123.13 square kilometers), is land. Only a small part, 0.09 square miles (0.23 square kilometers), is water.
Where is Medina Township Located?
Medina Township borders the state of Ohio to the south. This makes it the southwesternmost area in the larger Metro Detroit region. It is about 85 miles (137 kilometers) southwest of the city of Detroit. A small part of Lake Hudson State Recreation Area is also found in the northeastern section of the township.
Major Roads in the Township
- US 127 forms the entire western edge of Medina Township.
- M-156 (also known as Morey Highway) makes up a small part of the township's eastern border.
Who Lives in Medina Township?
In 2000, there were 1,227 people living in Medina Township. The average household had about 2 to 3 people. Many families lived here, with about two-thirds being married couples.
Age Groups in the Township
The population in Medina Township includes people of all ages.
- About 25% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 14% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people living in the township was 40 years.
Education in Medina Township
Students in Medina Township attend schools in different public school districts. This depends on where they live within the township.
School Districts Serving the Area
- Most students in the township go to schools in the Morenci Area Schools district.
- A small part of the northwestern area is served by Hudson Area Schools.
- An even smaller part in the southwest is served by Waldron Area Schools. These schools are located in Hillsdale County.
