Gale, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gale, Indiana
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 Gale, Indiana
Location in Indiana
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Indiana |
| County | Hendricks County |
| Township | Center Township |
| Elevation | 271 m (889 ft) |
| ZIP code |
46122
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| GNIS feature ID | 0449493 |
Gale is a small place in Indiana, United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it does not have its own local government, like a city or town. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Center Township in Hendricks County. You can find Gale just east of Danville, along Country Road 300 East.
History of Gale
For a while, Gale had its own post office. It opened in 1882, which was a long time ago! People could send and receive mail right there in Gale. However, the post office closed down in 1906.
Where is Gale?
Gale is located at specific coordinates: 39 degrees, 46 minutes, 0 seconds North and 86 degrees, 28 minutes, 0 seconds West. This spot is about 889 feet (or 271 meters) above sea level. This elevation tells us how high the land is compared to the ocean.
