Jackson Township, Porter County, Indiana


Jackson Township is one of twelve townships in Porter County, Indiana. As of the 2010 census, its population was 5,328.

History

Jackson Township was organized in 1836, and most likely named after President Andrew Jackson, although an older oral tradition says it was named for Lemuel Jackson, a pioneer settler.

Cities and towns

There are no incorporated communities in the township.

Education

Jackson Township is served by the Duneland School Corporation. Their high school is Chesterton High School, located in Chesterton to the northwest.