Ironton, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ironton, Indiana
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Martin County's location in Indiana
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 Ironton, Indiana
Location in Martin County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Martin |
| Township | Halbert |
| Elevation | 482 ft (147 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47581
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-36504 |
| GNIS feature ID | 451089 |
Ironton is a small, quiet place located in the state of Indiana, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that don't have their own separate local government, unlike a city or a town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Halbert Township, which is in Martin County.
History of Ironton
Ironton was first established a long time ago, in the year 1873. It got its name because of something important that was happening there: ironworks. Ironworks are places where people make or process iron. This suggests that the community might have grown up around a factory or a business that dealt with iron.
Where is Ironton?
Ironton is located in the southwestern part of Indiana. It sits within Martin County, which is known for its natural beauty and rural areas. The community is part of Halbert Township. Its exact location can be found using special coordinates, which help pinpoint places on a map.
