Craigville, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Craigville, Indiana
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Wells County's location in Indiana
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 Craigville, Indiana
Location in Wells County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Wells |
| Township | Lancaster |
| Elevation | 850 ft (260 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46731
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| Area code(s) | 260 |
| FIPS code | 18-15616 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830579 |
Craigville is a small place located in Wells County, in the state of Indiana, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own official town government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Lancaster Township.
History of Craigville
How Craigville Got Its Name
Craigville was named after an important person in the county's past. His name was William J. Craig. He served as a clerk for the county, which is a job that involves keeping official records and managing documents.
The First Post Office
People have been living and sending mail in Craigville for a very long time. The community's post office first opened its doors in the year 1879. This means that for over 140 years, Craigville has had a place where people can send and receive letters and packages.
