Geneva, Shelby County, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Geneva
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Geneva United Methodist Church sign and Mary's Grocery Store, facing north on Vandalia Road
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 Geneva, Shelby County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Geneva, Shelby County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Shelby |
| Township | Noble |
| Elevation | 791 ft (241 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47234
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| FIPS code | 18-27252 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830530 |
Geneva is a small, unincorporated community located in Noble Township, Shelby County, in the state of Indiana, United States. An unincorporated community means it's a place with a shared identity, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county or township.
History of Geneva
Geneva was officially planned and mapped out, or platted, in the year 1853. When a town is platted, it means its streets, lots, and public areas are drawn on a map. This helps organize how the community will grow.
The community got its name from the famous city of Geneva in Switzerland. It's interesting how places in America sometimes get names from cities around the world!
Before it was called Geneva, this area had an older name: Sulphur Hill. This name might have come from natural sulfur springs in the area.
A post office was set up in Sulphur Hill in 1836. It helped people send and receive letters and packages. This post office served the community for many years. However, it eventually closed down in 1904.
Where is Geneva Located?
Geneva is found in Shelby County, Indiana. It is situated about 7 miles southwest of another town called St. Paul, Indiana. You can find Geneva along East Vandalia Road. It's a quiet spot in the Indiana countryside.
