Carrollton, Hancock County, Indiana facts for kids
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Carrollton
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 Carrollton, Hancock County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Carrollton, Hancock County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Hancock |
| Township | Brandywine |
| Elevation | 833 ft (254 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern) |
| ZIP code |
46130
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| FIPS code | 18-10558 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830527 |
Carrollton is a small, unincorporated community located in Brandywine Township, which is part of Hancock County, Indiana. Being an "unincorporated community" means it doesn't have its own separate city government. Instead, it's governed by the county and township.
History of Carrollton
Carrollton officially began in 1854. This is when the area was "platted." To "plat" a town means that someone created a detailed map showing how the land was divided into lots, streets, and public spaces. This planning helps a community grow in an organized way.
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