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Markland, Indiana
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 Markland, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Markland, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Switzerland |
| Township | York |
| Elevation | 463 ft (141 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47043
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 438623 |
Markland is an unincorporated community in York Township, Switzerland County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
The nearby Markland Locks and Dam on the Ohio River takes its name from the community.
History
Markland was laid out in 1874 by Charles Markland and named for him.
A post office was established at Markland in 1873, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1944.
Geography
Markland is located at 38°46′55″N 84°59′12″W / 38.78194°N 84.98667°W.
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