[3] The township derives its name as an older variant spelling of Fanad, County Donegal, from early Irish settlement in the area.

[5] Interstate 76, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, crosses the southeastern part of the township, but with no direct access.

The turnpike enters the township from the east via the Kittatinny Mountain Tunnel.

Unincorporated communities in the township include Spring Run in the southwest, Dry Run in the west-central area, Doylesburg in the center, and Concord in the north, all along Pennsylvania Route 75.

21.8% of all households were made up of individuals, and 10.0% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.