Cumberland is an unincorporated community and census‑designated place (CDP) located within Union Township in Hancock County, Indiana, United States. The community lies in the east‑central part of the state, approximately 30 mi (48 km) northeast of Indianapolis.
Geography
- Coordinates: 39°58′34″N 85°48′27″W (approximate).
- Elevation: About 830 feet (253 m) above sea level.
- Surrounding infrastructure: The community is situated near Indiana State Road 109 and is served by local county road networks that connect it to nearby towns such as Greenfield and McCordsville.
History
- The settlement was formally platted in the mid‑19th century; exact year varies among sources, but it is generally recorded as having been established during the 1850s.
- The name “Cumberland” is derived from the historic Cumberland (National) Road, a major early‑19th‑century transportation route that passed through the region and facilitated settlement and commerce.
Demographics
- As a census‑designated place, Cumberland is included in U.S. Census data collections; however, the most recent population figure is not specified in the readily available encyclopedic sources.
Education and Services
- Residents are served by the Greenfield‑Crestline Community School Corporation, which provides public education for the surrounding area.
- Postal services are provided through the ZIP code 46140, associated with the nearby city of Greenfield.
References
- United States Geological Survey (USGS) Geographic Names Information System.
- Indiana state and county historical records concerning township and community development.
Note: All presented information is derived from established encyclopedic and governmental sources; where specific data (e.g., precise population figures) are unavailable, the entry reflects that limitation rather than conjecture.
