Morven, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Morven, Indiana
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 Morven, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Morven, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Shelby |
| Township | Noble |
| Elevation | 830 ft (253 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46182
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| GNIS feature ID | 449037 |
Morven is a small place in Indiana, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is a group of homes and businesses that do not have their own local government. Unlike a city or town, Morven is part of a larger area. This area is called Noble Township in Shelby County.
A Look Back at Morven's History
Morven has a short but interesting history. In 1826, a post office was opened there. A post office is where people send and receive letters and packages. It was an important place for the community. The post office stayed open for many years. However, it was closed down in 1842.
How Morven Got Its Name
The name "Morven" did not start in Indiana. It was brought over from Scotland. Many places in the United States were named by early settlers. They often chose names from their home countries. This helped them remember where they came from. It also made the new land feel more familiar.
Where is Morven?
Morven is located in the state of Indiana. It is in the central part of the United States. You can find Morven using its geographic coordinates. These are like an address for any spot on Earth. Morven is located at 39°25′16″N 85°39′40″W / 39.42111°N 85.66111°W. This means it is at 39 degrees, 25 minutes, 16 seconds North latitude. It is also at 85 degrees, 39 minutes, 40 seconds West longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map.
