Prussia Township, Adair County, Iowa facts for kids
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Prussia Township, Adair County
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Iowa |
| County | Adair |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.48 sq mi (91.9 km2) |
| • Land | 35.46 sq mi (91.84 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,345 ft (410 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 173 |
| • Density | 4.9/sq mi (1.9/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| FIPS code | 19-93519 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0468581 |
Prussia Township is a special kind of local area in Adair County, Iowa, in the United States. It is one of seventeen townships that make up Adair County. Townships are like small divisions of a county, often used for local government or land records.
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Exploring Prussia Township
Prussia Township is located in the state of Iowa, which is in the central part of the United States. It is part of Adair County, Iowa. The township covers an area of about 35.48 square miles (or 91.9 square kilometers). To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of a small city.
Where is Prussia Township?
This township is found in the western part of Iowa. It's a rural area, meaning it has more open land than big cities. You won't find any large towns or cities directly within Prussia Township.
A Look at Its History
Prussia Township was officially created in the year 1870. When a township is "organized," it means its boundaries are set, and it starts to have its own local administration. This was an important step in setting up how the land and communities in Adair County would be managed.
How Many People Live There?
According to a count taken in 2010, the population of Prussia Township was 173 people. This shows it is a very small community. The population density is also quite low, meaning there aren't many people living in each square mile.
Notable Places in the Township
Even though there are no big towns, Prussia Township does have some important places. Records from the United States Geological Survey show that there are two cemeteries located here. These are the Immanuel Lutheran Cemetery and the Prussia Cemetery. Cemeteries are places where people are buried.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Prussia para niños
