Clay Township is one of twelve townships in Bartholomew County, Indiana, United States. As of the 2010 census, its population was 3,271 and it contained 1,320 housing units.GeographyAccording to the 2010 census, the township has a total area of, of which is land and is water.Cities, towns, villages Columbus (east edge)Unincorporated towns Jewell Village Petersville(This list is based on USGS data and may include former settlements.)Adjacent townships Haw Creek Township (northeast) Clifty Township (east) Rock Creek Township (southeast) Columbus Township (west) Flat Rock Township (northwest)CemeteriesThe township contains these two cemeteries: Sand Hill and Sharon.Major highways 25px U.S. Route 31 25px State Road 9 25px State Road 46