New Salem, Washington County, Indiana facts for kids
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New Salem
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Washington County's location in Indiana
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 New Salem, Washington County, Indiana
Location in Washington County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Washington |
| Township | Franklin |
| Elevation | 981 ft (299 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47167
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 440108 |
New Salem is a small place in Indiana, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that do not have their own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it is part of a larger area called a township. New Salem is located in Franklin Township, which is in Washington County.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live, but it is not officially a city or town. It does not have its own mayor or city council. Instead, it is governed by the larger county or township it is part of. People living in these areas still get services like roads and police. These services are usually provided by the county government.
Where is New Salem Located?
New Salem is found in the southern part of Indiana. It is located at a specific point on the map: 38 degrees, 37 minutes, 17 seconds North latitude and 85 degrees, 54 minutes, 15 seconds West longitude. This location is about 981 feet (or 299 meters) above sea level. It is part of the Eastern Time Zone, which is the same time zone as New York City.
