Gifford, Indiana facts for kids
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Gifford, Indiana
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 Gifford, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Gifford, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Jasper |
| Township | Barkley |
| Elevation | 686 ft (209 m) |
| ZIP code |
47978
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| FIPS code | 18-27612 |
| GNIS feature ID | 435058 |
Gifford is a small, quiet place located in Jasper County, Indiana, in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and people that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Barkley Township.
History of Gifford
Gifford was named after its founder, Benjamin J. Gifford. He was the person who helped start this community.
A post office, which is a place where you can send and receive mail, opened in Gifford in 1899. It served the community for many years. However, the post office eventually closed down in 1920.
Geography of Gifford
Gifford is found in the state of Indiana. You can locate it on a map using its special coordinates: 41 degrees, 4 minutes, 15 seconds North and 87 degrees, 3 minutes, 9 seconds West. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on Earth.
The land in Gifford is about 686 feet above sea level. This measurement tells us how high the community is compared to the ocean's surface.
