Hillsdale, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hillsdale, Pennsylvania
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Unincorporated community
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Along PA 286
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 Hillsdale, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Hillsdale, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Indiana |
| Township | Montgomery |
| Elevation | 1,683 ft (513 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
15746
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| Area code(s) | 814 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1177107 |
Hillsdale is a small, unincorporated community located in Indiana County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It's a quiet place where people live and work, even though it doesn't have its own city government.
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Discover Hillsdale, Pennsylvania
Hillsdale is known for its peaceful setting. It's a part of Montgomery Township. The community is connected by Pennsylvania Route 286, a main road that helps people travel to nearby towns.
Where is Hillsdale Located?
Hillsdale is found in the western part of Pennsylvania. It's about 16.7 miles (or 26.9 kilometers) northeast of a larger town called Indiana. This makes it easy for residents to access bigger services and shops when needed.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
You might wonder what an "unincorporated community" is. It means Hillsdale is a group of homes and businesses that don't have their own separate local government, like a city or a borough. Instead, it's governed by the larger Montgomery Township. This helps keep things simple for the residents.
Life and Services in Hillsdale
Even without its own government, Hillsdale has important services for its residents. One key service is its own post office. This means people in Hillsdale can send and receive mail right in their community. The post office uses the ZIP code 15746.
