Burr Oak, Noble County, Indiana facts for kids
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Burr Oak
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 Burr Oak, Noble County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Burr Oak, Noble County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Noble |
| Township | Noble |
| Elevation | 915 ft (279 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46701
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| GNIS feature ID | 450522 |
Burr Oak is a small place in Indiana, America. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Noble Township in Noble County.
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The Story of Burr Oak
Early Days and the Schoolhouse
Burr Oak got its start a long time ago. In 1840, a schoolhouse was built nearby. This schoolhouse was named the Burr Oak Schoolhouse. It's very likely that the community of Burr Oak got its name from this school.
The Post Office Connection
Later, in 1848, a post office was opened in Burr Oak. This was an important step for the community. It meant people could send and receive mail more easily. However, the post office didn't stay open for long. It was closed just two years later, in 1850.
Where is Burr Oak?
Burr Oak is located in the state of Indiana. You can find it in Noble County. Its exact location is 41°19′23″N 85°25′59″W / 41.32306°N 85.43306°W. This means it's at about 41 degrees north latitude and 85 degrees west longitude. It's a quiet spot in the countryside.
