Dolan, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Dolan, Indiana
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 Dolan, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Dolan, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Monroe |
| Township | Bloomington |
| Elevation | 614 ft (187 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47408
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-18352 |
| GNIS feature ID | 433612 |
Dolan is a small, unincorporated community located in Monroe County, Indiana, in the United States. An unincorporated community is a place that doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's usually managed by the larger county or township it's part of. Dolan is found within Bloomington Township.
Discovering Dolan's Past
Early Days and Naming
Dolan has a simple but interesting history. The community was named after an early settler in the area, a man named John Dolan. This was a common way for small settlements to get their names back then.
The Post Office Era
For a time, Dolan even had its own post office. It opened in 1888, which means people living there could send and receive mail right in their own community. However, the post office eventually closed its doors in 1904. This often happened as towns grew or transportation improved, making central post offices more practical.
