Georgetown, Cass County, Indiana facts for kids
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Georgetown
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Cass County's location in Indiana
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 Georgetown, Cass County, Indiana
Location in Cass County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Cass |
| Township | Jefferson |
| Elevation | 587 ft (179 m) |
| ZIP code |
46947
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| FIPS code | 18-27306 |
| GNIS feature ID | 435024 |
Georgetown 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 Jefferson Township in Cass County.
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The History of Georgetown
Georgetown was first planned and settled way back in 1835. It is believed that the community was named after a man named George Cicott. He was likely the person who owned the land where Georgetown was established.
Where is Georgetown?
Georgetown is located in the state of Indiana. It is found in the central part of Cass County. The community is part of Jefferson Township. Its elevation is about 587 feet (179 meters) above sea level.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or businesses that are not officially part of a city or town. These communities do not have their own mayor or city council. Instead, they are usually governed by the county or township they are in. This means that services like roads and police might be managed by the county government.
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In Spanish: Georgetown (condado de Cass) para niños
