Mount Sterling, Indiana facts for kids
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Mount Sterling, Indiana
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 Mount Sterling, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Mount Sterling, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Switzerland |
| Township | Jefferson |
| Elevation | 797 ft (243 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 | 439699 |
Mount Sterling is a small, unincorporated community located in Switzerland County, in the state of Indiana, United States. An unincorporated community means it's a group of homes or businesses that isn't officially part of a city or town. It's found within Jefferson Township.
A Glimpse into Mount Sterling's Past
Mount Sterling has a bit of history, especially concerning its communication with the outside world.
When Did Mount Sterling Get Its Post Office?
A post office was first opened in Mount Sterling way back in 1819. This was a very important place for people to send and receive letters and packages.
How Long Did the Post Office Operate?
The post office served the community for many years. However, it eventually closed down in 1907. After that, people in Mount Sterling would have used post offices in nearby towns.
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