Claysville, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Claysville, Indiana
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Washington County's location in Indiana
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 Claysville, Indiana
Location in Washington County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Washington |
| Township | Vernon |
| Elevation | 718 ft (219 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47108
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 450779 |
Claysville is a small, unincorporated community located in Vernon Township, within Washington County, in the state of Indiana, United States. An unincorporated community means it's a settlement that isn't officially part of a city or town, so it doesn't have its own local government.
History of Claysville
Claysville has an interesting past! It was first established in 1828 and was known by a different name: Middletown. Imagine a place getting a whole new name!
The name change happened in 1839. That's when the first post office opened in the community. To avoid confusion with other places named Middletown, it was renamed Claysville. The post office served the community for many years until it finally closed down in 1906.
Where is Claysville Located?
Claysville is found in the southern part of Indiana. Its exact location is 38°37′21″N 86°17′22″W / 38.62250°N 86.28944°W. This means it's in a rural area, surrounded by the natural beauty of Washington County.
