Hartford, Ohio County, Indiana facts for kids
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Hartford
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 Hartford, Ohio County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Hartford, Ohio County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Ohio |
| Township | Union |
| Elevation | 509 ft (155 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Eastern (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47001
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 435824 |
Hartford is a small place in Ohio County, Indiana, in the United States. It is known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Union Township.
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History of Hartford
Hartford was first planned and settled around the year 1817. In the past, it was a busy stop along a stagecoach route. This route connected the towns of Madison and Aurora, making Hartford an important place for travelers.
Life Before the 1937 Flood
Before a big flood in 1937, Hartford had several businesses. There were four mills, which were likely used for grinding grain. The community also had a general store. This store opened in 1978 and stayed open until the mid-1980s.
Hartford's Post Office
A post office was set up in Hartford in 1844. This allowed people in the community to send and receive mail. The post office served the area for many years before it was closed down in 1891.
Geography of Hartford
Hartford is located near a small body of water called Laughtery Creek. This creek flows to the north of the community.
