Meltzer, Indiana facts for kids
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Meltzer, Indiana
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 Meltzer, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Meltzer, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Shelby |
| Township | Liberty |
| Elevation | 853 ft (260 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46176
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| GNIS feature ID | 438977 |
Meltzer is a small place in Shelby County, Indiana, in the United States. It is an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Liberty Township.
A Look Back: Meltzer's History
Meltzer had its own post office starting in 1880. A post office is where people send and receive mail. This post office served the community for 25 years. It closed down in 1905. The community of Meltzer was named after a family who were early settlers in the area.
Where is Meltzer? Geography Facts
Meltzer is located in the state of Indiana. You can find it using its geographic coordinates: 39 degrees, 31 minutes, 9 seconds North (latitude) and 85 degrees, 40 minutes, 6 seconds West (longitude). These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
