Buckeye, Indiana facts for kids
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Buckeye, Indiana
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 Buckeye, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Buckeye, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Huntington |
| Township | Salamonie |
| Elevation | 860 ft (260 m) |
| ZIP code |
46792
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| FIPS code | 18-08830 |
| GNIS feature ID | 431742 |
Buckeye is a small, quiet place in Huntington County, Indiana. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Salamonie Township.
History of Buckeye
Buckeye began its story in the year 1879. This was an exciting time because a new railroad line was being built right through the area. The railroad helped the community grow and connect with other places.
Early Services in Buckeye
Soon after the railroad arrived, a post office was opened in Buckeye. This was a very important service for the people living there. It allowed them to send and receive letters and packages. The post office started in 1879, the same year the railroad came through. It served the community for many years until it closed down in 1920.
