Franklin Township is one of twelve townships in Harrison County, Indiana, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 4,161 and it contained 1,728 housing units.

Geography

According to the 2010 census, the township has a total area of 34.91 sqmi, of which 34.89 sqmi (or 99.94%) is land and 0.02 sqmi (or 0.06%) is water. The streams of Lazy Creek, Little Indian Creek, Smith Creek and Woertz Creek run through this township.

Cities and towns

Unincorporated towns

(This list is based on USGS data and may include former settlements.)

Adjacent townships

Cemeteries

The township contains one cemetery, Lanesville.

Major highways

Airports and landing strips