Stockwell, Indiana Facts for Kids

Quick facts for kids Stockwell, Indiana
Census-designated place
The corner of Orchard and Monroe.
Location of Stockwell in Tippecanoe County, Indiana.
Country	United States
State	Indiana
County	Tippecanoe County
Township	Lauramie Township
Founded	1859
Area
• Total	2.47 sq mi (6.40 km²)
• Land	2.47 sq mi (6.40 km²)
Elevation	771 ft (235 m)
Population (2020)
• Total	494
• Density	199.92/sq mi (77.19/km²)
Time zone	UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
• Summer (DST)	UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code	47983
Area code(s)	765
GNIS feature ID	2583472

Stockwell, originally named Lauramie, is a small community in Indiana, United States. It is a census-designated place, which means it's an area identified by the government for counting people. However, it is not an officially incorporated town or city. Stockwell is located in Tippecanoe County. It was once a stop along a train line, but that railway is no longer there. This community is also part of the larger Lafayette metropolitan area.

A Look Back at Stockwell's History
Where is Stockwell Located?
How Many People Live Here?
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A Look Back at Stockwell's History

Stockwell has had a few different names over the years! One old name for the community was Bakers Corner.

A post office was first opened in 1853 under the name Bakers Corners. Later, in 1859, its name was changed to Stockwell. The post office is still open and serving the community today.

Where is Stockwell Located?

Stockwell is found in Lauramie Township. It sits on a bend in Lauramie Creek. The community is less than two miles west of U.S. Route 52, a major road.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Stockwell changes over time. In 2010, the population was 545 people. By 2020, the population was counted as 494 people.