Ockley, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ockley, Indiana
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A 360-degree panorama centered on the defunct railroad
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Carroll County's location in Indiana
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 Ockley, Indiana
Location in Carroll County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Carroll |
| Township | Madison |
| Elevation | 696 ft (212 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46923
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| FIPS code | 18-56016 |
| GNIS feature ID | 440498 |
Ockley is a small place in Indiana, USA. It is known as an "unincorporated community." This means it is a group of homes and businesses that does not have its own local government, like a city or town does. Instead, it is part of a larger area called Madison Township, located in Carroll County. Ockley is also considered part of the Lafayette Metropolitan Statistical Area. This means it is near the bigger city of Lafayette, Indiana.
A Look Back in Time
Ockley has a bit of history, even though it is a small community.
The Post Office
A post office was opened in Ockley in 1884. This was an important place for people to send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years. It finally closed its doors in 1976.
What's in a Name?
The exact reason for the name "Ockley" is not fully known. It is a bit of a mystery. Some people think the name might have come from a Native American language.
