It is part of the Battle Creek, Michigan Metropolitan Statistical Area.

[3] The city of Marshall is adjacent to the township, but is administratively autonomous.

The unincorporated community of Ceresco lies along the western boundary of the township.

[4] The Kalamazoo River flows from east to west across the southern part of the township.

16.5% of all households were made up of individuals, and 7.5% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older.