Milroy, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Milroy, Indiana
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Location of Milroy in Rush County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Rush |
| Township | Anderson |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.66 sq mi (1.72 km2) |
| • Land | 0.66 sq mi (1.72 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 965 ft (294 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 628 |
| • Density | 948.64/sq mi (366.11/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46156
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2629873 |
Milroy is a small community located in the southern part of Rush County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. It is known as an "unincorporated community," which means it does not have its own local government like a city or town. It is also a "census-designated place," meaning the U.S. Census Bureau counts its population separately.
History of Milroy
Milroy was first planned and mapped out in 1830. This process is called "platting," where the streets and lots of a new community are officially drawn. The Milroy post office has been helping people send and receive mail since 1832.
Education in Milroy
The community of Milroy is home to Milroy Elementary School. This is a public school that serves the younger students in the area. It is part of the larger school district for Rush County.
Milroy's Population
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| 2020 | 628 | — | |
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In 2020, the U.S. Census counted the population of Milroy as 628 people. This information helps us understand how many people live in the community.
See also
In Spanish: Milroy (Indiana) para niños
