Mardenis, Indiana facts for kids
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Mardenis, Indiana
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 Mardenis, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Mardenis, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Huntington |
| Township | Union |
| Elevation | 748 ft (228 m) |
| ZIP code |
46750
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| FIPS code | 18-46728 |
| GNIS feature ID | 438601 |
Mardenis is a small place in Indiana, United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a settlement that doesn't have its own official town government. Instead, it's part of a larger area, like Union Township, Huntington County, Indiana.
A Look Back: The History of Mardenis
Mardenis got its name from a person named William Mardenis. He was a "railroad agent," which meant he helped manage things for the trains and tracks in the area.
A post office was opened in Mardenis in 1884. This was a very important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. However, the post office closed down in 1904.
Where is Mardenis?
Mardenis is located in Huntington County, Indiana. It sits within Union Township, which is one of the many townships in the county. Its exact location is at coordinates 40°54′15″N 85°24′49″W. The elevation of Mardenis is about 748 feet (228 meters) above sea level.
