Mechanicsburg, Henry County, Indiana facts for kids
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Mechanicsburg
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Henry |
| Township | Fall Creek |
| Elevation | 991 ft (302 m) |
| ZIP code |
47356
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| FIPS code | 18-48168 |
| GNIS feature ID | 449694 |
Mechanicsburg is an unincorporated community in Fall Creek Township, Henry County, Indiana.
History
Mechanicsburg was laid out and platted in 1858. A relatively high number of settlers employed as mechanics caused the name to be selected. The post office in Mechanicsburg was discontinued in 1907.
Geography
Mechanicsburg is located at 40°00′18″N 85°33′26″W / 40.00500°N 85.55722°W at the intersection of US 36 and Mechanicsburg Road.
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