Greenville, Wells County, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Greenville
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Wells County's location in Indiana
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 Greenville, Wells County, Indiana
Location in Wells County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Wells |
| Township | Chester |
| Elevation | 850 ft (260 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46781
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| GNIS feature ID | 435457 |
Greenville is a small place in Wells County, Indiana, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of a larger area called a township.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community like Greenville is a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own official city hall or mayor. The services for the area, like roads and public safety, are usually managed by the larger county or township government. It's different from a city, which has its own rules and leaders.
Where is Greenville Located?
Greenville is found in Chester Township, which is a part of Wells County. Wells County is located in the state of Indiana. This community is also quite close to another town called Poneto. So, if you were looking for Greenville on a map, you would first find Indiana, then Wells County, and then Chester Township.
