Huntsville, Madison County, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Huntsville, Indiana
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 Huntsville, Madison County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Huntsville, Madison County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Madison |
| Township | Fall Creek |
| Elevation | 869 ft (265 m) |
| ZIP code |
436638
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| FIPS code | 18-35320 |
| GNIS feature ID | 436638 |
Huntsville is a small place in Indiana, located in Madison County. It is an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's managed by the larger Fall Creek Township. Huntsville is part of the wider Indianapolis metropolitan area.
Exploring Huntsville's Past
Huntsville has a simple but interesting history. It was officially "laid out," or planned, way back in 1830. This means people decided where streets and lots would be.
Who Founded Huntsville?
The community was named after one of its founders, a person named Eleazer Hunt. He played a key role in setting up the area.
Huntsville's Post Office Days
For a while, Huntsville had its very own post office. It opened in 1847, helping people send and receive mail. However, the post office eventually closed down in 1878.
