[3] Located in the southern part of the county, it borders the following townships: A small portion of Wapakoneta, the largest city and county seat of Auglaize County, is located in northwestern Pusheta Township, and the unincorporated community of Fryburg lies in the township's center.

[5] Formed in 1836, Pusheta Township was originally part of Allen County.

The northern section of the township is served by the Wapakoneta (45895) post office, the western section by the New Knoxville (45871) post office, and the extreme southern section by the Botkins (45306) post office.

Major highways include Interstate 75, which crosses the county from north to south, and U.S. Route 33, which sits on the township's northern border.

[7] The township is governed by a three-member board of trustees, who are elected in November of odd-numbered years to a four-year term beginning on the following January 1.