Parr, Indiana facts for kids
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Parr, Indiana
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 Parr, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Parr, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Jasper |
| Township | Union |
| Elevation | 692 ft (211 m) |
| ZIP code |
47978
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| FIPS code | 18-58248 |
| GNIS feature ID | 440908 |
Parr is a small, unincorporated community located in Union Township, Jasper County, Indiana, United States. Being "unincorporated" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county or township.
History of Parr
Parr became an important stop on the railroad in the early 1880s. Railroads were very important back then for connecting communities and moving goods across the country.
A post office opened in Parr in 1893. This allowed people in the community to send and receive mail easily. The post office served the area for many years before it closed down in 1968.
Geography of Parr
Parr is found in Jasper County, Indiana. It is located at these coordinates: 41°01′38″N 87°13′07″W / 41.02722°N 87.21861°W. This means it is at 41 degrees, 1 minute, 38 seconds North latitude and 87 degrees, 13 minutes, 7 seconds West longitude. The community sits about 692 feet (211 meters) above sea level.
