Hovey, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hovey, Indiana
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 Hovey, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Hovey, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Posey |
| Township | Point |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47620
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 436531 |
Hovey is a small, quiet place in Indiana, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's not an official town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's a group of homes and buildings that are part of a larger area called Point Township in Posey County.
About Hovey
Hovey is located in the southwestern part of Indiana. It sits in Posey County, which is known for its beautiful natural areas. The community is part of Point Township, a local division that helps manage services for the area.
This small community is found at specific geographic coordinates: 37 degrees, 53 minutes, 32 seconds North latitude and 87 degrees, 56 minutes, 31 seconds West longitude. It's about 371 feet (or 113 meters) above sea level.
History of Hovey
Hovey has a bit of history! A post office opened there in 1881, helping people send and receive mail. It stayed open for about 21 years, closing in 1902. The community got its name from a family who were among the first people to settle there.
