Benton Township is a township in Butler County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2000 census, its population was 2,211.
History Benton Township was organized in 1872. It was named for Thomas Benton Murdock, a state politician.
Geography Benton Township covers an area of and contains one incorporated settlement, Benton. According to the USGS, it contains three cemeteries: Benton, Indianola and Old Benton.
Transportation Benton Township contains one airport or landing strip, Benton Airport.
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External links Butler County website City-Data.com