Martin, Indiana facts for kids
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Martin, Indiana
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 Martin, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Martin, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Vanderburgh |
| Township | Armstrong |
| Elevation | 430 ft (130 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47720
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 438660 |
Martin is a small place in Indiana, a state in the United States. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and businesses that doesn't have its own official local government, like a city or town would.
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About Martin, Indiana
Martin is located in the southwestern part of Indiana. It's a quiet area where people live and work. Even though it doesn't have its own mayor or city council, it's still an important part of the larger community.
Where is Martin Located?
Martin is found within Armstrong Township. This township is part of Vanderburgh County. Vanderburgh County is in the U.S. state of Indiana. So, if you were looking at a map, you would first find Indiana, then Vanderburgh County, and then Armstrong Township to find Martin.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community, like Martin, is a place where people live close together but are not part of an official city or town. Instead, they are usually governed by the county they are in. This means that services like roads, police, and fire protection are handled by the county government, not a local town government.
Quick Facts About Martin
- Location: Martin is located at coordinates 38 degrees, 7 minutes, 28 seconds North and 87 degrees, 40 minutes, 25 seconds West.
- Elevation: The land in Martin is about 430 feet (131 meters) above sea level.
- Postal Code: The ZIP code for Martin is 47720.
- Area Codes: Phone numbers in Martin typically use area codes 812 or 930.
