Mooreland, Indiana facts for kids
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Mooreland, Indiana
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Location of Mooreland in Henry County, Indiana.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Henry |
| Township | Blue River |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.14 sq mi (0.37 km2) |
| • Land | 0.14 sq mi (0.37 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,122 ft (342 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 335 |
| • Density | 2,342.66/sq mi (902.31/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47360
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| FIPS code | 18-50940 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2396778 |
Mooreland is a small town in Henry County, Indiana, United States. It is part of Blue River Township. In 2010, the town had 375 people living there. By 2020, the population was 335.
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History of Mooreland
Mooreland was officially planned and mapped out in 1882. This happened on land that belonged to Miles M. Moore. A post office has been open in Mooreland since that same year, 1882.
Geography of Mooreland
Mooreland is a small town in terms of size. According to information from 2010, the town covers about 0.14 square miles (0.37 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the town limits.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 309 | — | |
| 1910 | 455 | 47.2% | |
| 1920 | 404 | −11.2% | |
| 1930 | 384 | −5.0% | |
| 1940 | 496 | 29.2% | |
| 1950 | 497 | 0.2% | |
| 1960 | 477 | −4.0% | |
| 1970 | 495 | 3.8% | |
| 1980 | 479 | −3.2% | |
| 1990 | 465 | −2.9% | |
| 2000 | 393 | −15.5% | |
| 2010 | 375 | −4.6% | |
| 2020 | 335 | −10.7% | |
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Population in 2010
In 2010, a census was taken in Mooreland. It showed that 375 people lived in the town. These people lived in 145 different homes. About 108 of these homes were families.
The town had about 2,678 people per square mile. Most of the people living in Mooreland were White. A small number of people were from two or more racial backgrounds. Some residents were also of Hispanic or Latino heritage.
Many homes had children under 18 living there. Most families were married couples living together. The average age of people in Mooreland was about 37 years old. About 29% of residents were under 18.
Famous People from Mooreland
Mooreland has been home to a few notable individuals:
- Vern Huffman was a great athlete. He played both basketball and football for Indiana University. He was known as an All-American player.
- Haven Kimmel is a well-known author. She writes novels and poetry.
- Wilbur Wright, one of the famous Wright brothers, was born near Mooreland. His birthplace was about three miles south of the town. The Wright brothers were pioneers in aviation.
Mooreland Free Fair
The Mooreland Free Fair is a big event in the town. It usually happens during the first full week of August. This fair is a popular summer tradition.
Fair Activities
The fair unofficially starts on Sunday evening. There is a community worship service at the fairgrounds. These fairgrounds are located at the south end of town. This is where the old Mooreland School used to be.
The main fun begins on Monday. The fairgrounds become busy with many activities. You can find lots of food to eat. There are also games to play and amusement rides. Poor Jack Amusements provides these rides. Many vendors set up stalls. There is also live entertainment.
Fair Schedule
The fair runs all week long. It continues through Saturday. The Mooreland Free Fair is the largest fair of its kind in Henry County. It is a much-loved event for everyone in the area.
Images for kids
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A view of Mooreland, Indiana.
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Map showing Mooreland's location in Henry County, Indiana.
See also
In Spanish: Mooreland (Indiana) para niños
