Delaware, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Delaware, Indiana
|
|
|---|---|
 Delaware, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Delaware, Indiana
Location in the United States
|
|
| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Ripley |
| Township | Delaware |
| Platted | 16 May 1870 |
| Elevation | 938 ft (286 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern) |
| ZIP code |
47037
|
| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-17506 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830512 |
Delaware is a small, quiet community located in Ripley County, Indiana. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of Delaware Township, which helps manage things for the area.
Contents
A Look at Delaware's Past
How Delaware Began
Delaware was officially planned and mapped out in 1870. When a place is platted, it means someone drew up a map showing where streets, lots, and public spaces would be. This helps organize how the community will grow.
A Different Name for Delaware
For a while, this community was also known by another name: Rei. It's interesting how places can have different names over time!
The Old Post Office
A post office was first opened in Delaware way back in 1838. This was a very important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years, finally closing its doors in 1933.
