Newton County Map, Indianaa

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Map of Newton County - Newton County is a county located in the U.S. state of Indiana. Newton County Map showing cities, highways, important places and water bodies. Get Where is Newton County located in the map, major cities in Newton county, population, areas, and places of interest.

Map of Newton County, Indiana

Map of Newton County, Indiana

About Newton County Map, Alabama: The map showing the county boundary, county seat, major cities, highways, water bodies and neighbouring counties.

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About Newton County, Indiana

Pike County is a county located in the U.S. state of Indiana. It`s county seat is Petersburg. As per 2020 census, the population of Pike County was 12144 and population density of Pike was square miles. According to the United States Census Bureau, the county has a total area of 334 sq mi (865 km2). Pike County was established on -30324.

Newton County Facts

ContinentNorth America
CountryUnited States
StateIndiana
County SeatKentland
Largest City/TownKentland
Established1838
Total Area402 sq mi
Land Area401 sq mi
Water Area1.3 sq mi
Population13,830 (Census 2020)
Population Density34 people per sq mi
Time ZoneCentral Time Zone (CT)
Major HighwaysI-65, US-24, US-41, IN-10, IN-55
Neighboring CountiesLake County (north), Jasper County (east), Benton County (south), Iroquois County, IL (west), Kankakee County, IL (northwest)
Famous ForGrand Kankakee Marsh, agriculture, wind farms
Top AttractionsKankakee Sands Nature Preserve, Kentland Downtown, Newton County Fairgrounds
Official Websitehttps://newtoncounty.in.gov/

Cities and Towns in Newton County, Indiana

  • Kentland (county seat) – 1,748 (Census 2020)
  • Goodland – 1,036 (Census 2020)
  • Morocco – 1,129 (Census 2020)
  • Brook – 1,154 (Census 2020)
  • Mount Ayr – 122 (Census 2020)

Roads and Highways in Newton County, Indiana

Newton County is served by major highways that connect it to northwestern Indiana and Illinois.

  • Interstate 65 (I-65) – north-south route connecting the county to Chicago and Indianapolis
  • US Route 24 – east-west highway linking Kentland to Logansport and Illinois
  • US Route 41 – runs north-south connecting Morocco to Gary and Evansville
  • Indiana State Road 10 – east-west route connecting the county to Lake Village and De Motte
  • Indiana State Road 55 – connects Kentland to Crown Point and Lowell

Neighboring Counties of Newton County

  • Lake County (north)
  • Jasper County (east)
  • Benton County (south)
  • Iroquois County, Illinois (west)
  • Kankakee County, Illinois (northwest)

Top Attractions in Newton County, Indiana

Newton County offers natural landscapes, wildlife areas, and small-town charm.

  • Kankakee Sands Nature Preserve – large prairie restoration area with wildlife viewing
  • Kentland Downtown – historic area with local shops and dining
  • Newton County Fairgrounds – hosts annual fairs and community events
  • Goodland Grand Kankakee Marsh area – historic wetland region
  • Beaver Lake area (nearby) – outdoor recreation and nature
  • Morocco Downtown – small-town charm with local businesses

Distance from Newton County to Nearby Cities

  • Newton County to Chicago – 80 mi (129 km)
  • Newton County to Lafayette – 70 mi (113 km)
  • Newton County to Indianapolis – 110 mi (177 km)
  • Newton County to Gary – 60 mi (97 km)
  • Newton County to Kankakee – 40 mi (64 km)

FAQs about Newton County

Where is Newton County located?

Newton County is located in northwestern Indiana along the Illinois border.

What is the county seat of Newton County?

The county seat is Kentland, which is also the largest town in the county.

What is Newton County known for?

It is known for the Grand Kankakee Marsh, agriculture, and wind farms.

Is Newton County a rural area?

Yes, it is mostly rural with farmland and natural areas.

What are the main highways in Newton County?

The county is served by I-65, US-24, US-41, and several Indiana state roads.