Benefiel Corner, Indiana facts for kids
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Benefiel Corner, Indiana
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Sullivan County's location in Indiana
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 Benefiel Corner, Indiana
Location in USA Indiana Sullivan County
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Sullivan |
| Township | Hamilton |
| Elevation | 528 ft (161 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47882
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| Area codes | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 430804 |
Benefiel Corner is a small, unincorporated community located in Sullivan County, Indiana, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own official town government or mayor. It's part of a larger area that includes the city of Terre Haute, Indiana.
A Look at Its History
Benefiel Corner got its name from a local family. The Benefiel family were early settlers in this area. They were among the first people to build homes and live there.
Where is Benefiel Corner?
Benefiel Corner is found in Hamilton Township, Sullivan County, Indiana. It's located at specific geographic coordinates: 39 degrees, 7 minutes, 42 seconds North and 87 degrees, 24 minutes, 32 seconds West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map. The community is about 161 meters (or 528 feet) above sea level.
