Fayette County Map, Indiana
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Fayette County, Indiana
Fayette County is a small pocket of rural Indiana, southeast of Indianapolis. Connersville is the county seat. It was once known as “Little Detroit” for its auto industry.
The Whitewater River cuts through the county, including through the county seat. The Mary Gray Bird Sanctuary is a place for nature lovers.
Fayette County isn’t fancy, but it’s real. And for the folks who call it home, that’s enough. With Connersville as its hub, this county has a rich manufacturing history and deep roots in the automotive industry.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| County Name | Fayette County |
| County Seat | Connersville |
| Population | 23,000 (estimated) |
| Cities, Towns, and Communities | Connersville, Glenwood (partially), Everton, Alquina, Harrisburg, Springersville |
| Interstates and Highways | IN-1, IN-44, IN-121 |
| FIPS Code | 18-041 |
| Total Area (Land and Water) | 216 square miles (Land: 215 sq mi, Water: 1 sq mi) |
| Adjacent Counties (and Direction) | Henry County (North), Wayne County (Northeast), Union County (East), Franklin County (South), Rush County (West) |
| Time Zone | Eastern Time Zone (ET) |
| State | Indiana |
| Coordinates | 39.6353° N, 85.1779° W |
| Etymology | Named after the Marquis de Lafayette, a French hero of the American Revolutionary War |
| Major Landmarks | Whitewater Memorial State Park, Roberts Park, Fayette County Courthouse, Canal House Museum |
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