Jordan, Daviess County, Indiana facts for kids
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 Jordan, Daviess County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Jordan, Daviess County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Daviess |
| Township | Washington |
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| ZIP code |
47501
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| FIPS code | 18-38952 |
| GNIS feature ID | 437126 |
Jordan is a small, unincorporated community located in Daviess County, Indiana, in the United States. An "unincorporated community" means it's a group of homes and perhaps a few businesses that are not officially part of a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the larger county it's in.
Where is Jordan Located?
Jordan is found within Washington Township, which is part of Daviess County, Indiana. Indiana is a state in the Midwest region of the United States. Daviess County is located in the southwestern part of Indiana. The community sits at an elevation of about 446 feet (136 meters) above sea level.
How Jordan Got Its Name
This small community was named after a local family. It was common for early settlements and communities to be named after important families or individuals who lived there or helped establish the area.
