Gatesville, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gatesville, Indiana
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Brown County's location in Indiana
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 Gatesville, Indiana
Location in Brown County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Brown |
| Township | Hamblen |
| Elevation | 656 ft (200 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47448
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| Area code(s) | 812 & 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-27115 |
| GNIS feature ID | 434995 |
Gatesville is a small place located in Brown County, Indiana, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Hamblen Township.
A Look Back in Time
The Cleona Post Office
Gatesville has a simple but interesting history. For many years, a post office was a very important part of any community. It was where people sent and received letters and packages. The only post office ever in Gatesville was named Cleona. It opened its doors in 1855. This was a busy time for the community. The Cleona post office served the people of Gatesville for many years. However, it eventually closed down in 1903. This often happened as transportation improved and people could travel to larger towns for their mail.
