Trafalgar, Indiana facts for kids
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Trafalgar, Indiana
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Indian Creek High School in Trafalgar
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Location of Trafalgar in Johnson County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Johnson |
| Township | Nineveh, Hensley |
| Area | |
| • Total | 2.56 sq mi (6.63 km2) |
| • Land | 2.56 sq mi (6.63 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 843 ft (257 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,422 |
| • Density | 555.47/sq mi (214.48/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46181
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| Area code(s) | 317 |
| FIPS code | 18-76310 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2397699 |
Trafalgar is a small town located in Johnson County, Indiana, United States. It is found within two areas called Nineveh and Hensley townships. In 2020, about 1,422 people lived there.
Trafalgar is located about 20 miles (32 kilometers) south of Indianapolis, a major city in Indiana.
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History of Trafalgar
How Trafalgar Began
In the early 1850s, a man named Colonel Avery M. Buckner planned a new town. It was built along a railroad line that connected Franklin and Martinsville. The town was first called Liberty. However, its name was soon changed to Trafalgar.
Moving the Town Center
Later, Ezekiel W. Morgan came to Trafalgar to open a store. He could not find a good spot near the railroad. So, he bought land in a nearby village that George Bridges had started.
In 1868, the railroad was rebuilt. It became part of the Big Four railway system. The town's post office and its official name were moved to Morgan's store. By 1870, the older and newer parts of Trafalgar had grown together. The town was officially made one place for a short time.
Trafalgar Today
The current town of Trafalgar was officially re-established in 1946. By the 1990s, the town had grown a lot, by 266%. The name of the town, Trafalgar, honors a famous naval battle called the Battle of Trafalgar.
Geography of Trafalgar
Trafalgar covers a total area of about 2.64 square miles (6.84 square kilometers). All of this area is land. There are no large bodies of water within the town limits.
Education in Trafalgar
Local Schools
Trafalgar is part of the Nineveh-Hensley-Jackson United School Corporation. This school district serves the local area. The town is home to Indian Creek Senior High School, which is one of seven high schools in Johnson County.
Trafalgar also has Indian Creek Middle School and Indian Creek Elementary School. These schools serve younger students in the community.
Public Library Services
The town of Trafalgar has its own public library. It is a branch of the Johnson County Public Library system. This library provides books, computers, and other resources for residents.
Population and People
How Many People Live Here?
The population of Trafalgar has changed over the years. Here is a look at how many people have lived in the town during different census years:
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 462 | — | |
| 1950 | 439 | — | |
| 1960 | 459 | 4.6% | |
| 1970 | 457 | −0.4% | |
| 1980 | 466 | 2.0% | |
| 1990 | 531 | 13.9% | |
| 2000 | 798 | 50.3% | |
| 2010 | 1,101 | 38.0% | |
| 2020 | 1,422 | 29.2% | |
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Trafalgar in 2010
In 2010, the town had 1,101 people living in 385 households. About 292 of these were family households. The town had about 417 people per square mile (161 people per square kilometer). There were 419 homes, with about 159 homes per square mile (61 homes per square kilometer).
Most people in Trafalgar were White (96.3%). A smaller number were African American (0.9%), Native American (0.9%), or Asian (0.5%). Some people were from other races (0.3%) or from two or more races (1.1%). About 1.0% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Families
In 2010, nearly half of the households (46.8%) had children under 18 living with them. More than half (54.3%) were married couples. About 14.8% of households had a female head without a husband. About 6.8% had a male head without a wife. Roughly a quarter (24.2%) were not family households.
About 20.0% of households had only one person living there. Of these, 6.5% were people aged 65 or older living alone. The average household had 2.83 people. The average family had 3.24 people.
Age of Residents
The average age in Trafalgar in 2010 was 34.2 years. About 30.2% of residents were under 18 years old. About 9.2% were between 18 and 24 years old. People aged 25 to 44 made up 28.8% of the population. Those aged 45 to 64 were 23.5%. Finally, 8.2% of residents were 65 or older. The town had slightly more females (50.7%) than males (49.3%).
Notable People from Trafalgar
- Elmer S. Riggs (1869–1963) was a famous paleontologist. A paleontologist is a scientist who studies fossils to learn about ancient life.
See also
In Spanish: Trafalgar (Indiana) para niños
