Putman Township, Fulton County, Illinois facts for kids
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Putman Township
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Location in Fulton County
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Fulton County's location in Illinois
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| Country | United States |
| State | Illinois |
| County | Fulton |
| Area | |
| • Total | 35.24 sq mi (91.3 km2) |
| • Land | 33.60 sq mi (87.0 km2) |
| • Water | 1.63 sq mi (4.2 km2) 4.63% |
| Elevation | 607 ft (185 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,967 |
| • Density | 55.817/sq mi (21.551/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
61427, 61519, 61520, 61542
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| FIPS code | 17-057-62276 |
Putman Township is one of 26 townships in Fulton County, Illinois, USA. A township is like a small local area with its own government. In 2020, about 1,967 people lived here. There were also 935 homes in the area.
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Exploring Putman Township's Geography
Putman Township covers about 35.24 square miles (91.27 square kilometers). Most of this area, about 95%, is land. The remaining 5% is water, including several lakes.
Towns and Villages in Putman
The main town you'll find in Putman Township is Cuba. It's a central part of the community.
Historical Places: Extinct Towns
Putman Township also has some interesting history. There are places that used to be towns but are not anymore. These "extinct towns" include Civer and Fulton Center. They are now just historical spots.
Major Roads for Travel
Several important roads run through Putman Township. These highways help people travel around the area.
Illinois Route 95
Illinois Route 97
Illinois Route 100
Lakes and Waterways
Putman Township is home to many beautiful lakes. These lakes are great for nature and outdoor activities.
- Fisher Lake
- Frog Lake
- Long Lake
- Lake Marie
- Lake Wee-Ma-Tuk
- Mason Lake
- Rose Lake
- Stevens Lake
- Swimming Lake
- Traer Lake
- Truax Lake
- Woods Lake
Who Lives in Putman Township?
In 2020, the population of Putman Township was 1,967 people. There were 784 households, which are groups of people living together. About 512 of these were families.
Most people living in the township are White (96.14%). A small number are African American, Native American, or Asian. About 3.25% of the population identifies with two or more races. People of Hispanic or Latino background made up 0.66% of the population.
Age Groups in the Township
The people in Putman Township come from all age groups.
- About 16.5% of residents are under 18 years old.
- About 11.8% are between 18 and 24 years old.
- About 15.2% are between 25 and 44 years old.
- The largest group, 31.5%, is between 45 and 64 years old.
- About 25.0% of residents are 65 years or older.
The average age in the township is 48.5 years.
Income and Households
The average income for a household in Putman Township was $62,500. For families, the average income was $85,000. About 5.3% of families and 13.3% of all people lived below the poverty line. This included 23.4% of those under 18.
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 2000 | 2,141 | — | |
| 2010 | 2,137 | −0.2% | |
| 2020 | 1,967 | −8.0% | |
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Local Schools
Children in Putman Township attend schools in two main districts:
- Community Unit School District 3 Fulton City
- Lewistown School District 97
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Putman para niños
