Sheridan Township, Huron County, Michigan facts for kids
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Sheridan Township, Michigan
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Location within Huron County
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 Sheridan Township, Huron County, Michigan
Location in Michigan
Sheridan Township, Huron County, Michigan
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Michigan |
| County | Huron |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.2 sq mi (93.7 km2) |
| • Land | 36.2 sq mi (93.7 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0.0 km2) |
| Elevation | 758 ft (231 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 627 |
| • Density | 17.32/sq mi (6.692/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code(s) |
48413, 48475
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| Area code(s) | 989 |
| FIPS code | 26-73040 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1627066 |
Sheridan Township is a small community located in Huron County, Michigan, in the United States. It is a type of local government area called a civil township. In 2020, about 627 people lived here.
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Exploring Sheridan Township's Communities
Sheridan Township is home to a few interesting smaller communities. These places have their own unique history.
Appin: A Scottish Settlement
- Appin was a settlement started by people who came from Scotland. It even had its own post office for a while, from 1894 until 1904.
Ivanhoe: A Historic Stop
- Ivanhoe is a small, undeveloped area within the Township. It is located near W. Atwater Road and M-53/S. Van Dyke Road. The land here is about 748 feet above sea level. A famous moment happened in Ivanhoe in 1973. President Nixon stopped here during his trip to Bad Axe.
Understanding Sheridan Township's Geography
Sheridan Township is located in a specific part of Michigan. Knowing its size helps us understand the area better.
Land Area and Size
According to the United States Census Bureau, Sheridan Township covers a total area of 36.2 square miles. This is about 93.7 square kilometers. All of this area is land, meaning there are no large lakes or rivers within the township's borders.
Population and People of Sheridan Township
Learning about the people who live in Sheridan Township helps us understand its community. The numbers come from official counts called a census.
Population Overview
In the year 2000, there were 736 people living in Sheridan Township. This means there were about 20 people for every square mile of land. There were 257 households, which are groups of people living together in one home.
Age Groups in the Township
The population in 2000 was spread out across different age groups.
- About 28.7% of the people were under 18 years old.
- About 7.1% were young adults, aged 18 to 24.
- About 28.7% were adults aged 25 to 44.
- About 23.4% were older adults, aged 45 to 64.
- About 12.2% were 65 years old or older.
The average age of people in the township was 36 years.
