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Philadelphia, Indiana
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 Philadelphia, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Philadelphia, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Hancock |
| Township | Sugar Creek |
| Elevation | 850 ft (260 m) |
| ZIP code |
46140
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| FIPS code | 18-59490 |
| GNIS feature ID | 441077 |
Philadelphia is an unincorporated community in Sugar Creek Township, Hancock County, Indiana.
History
Philadelphia was laid out and platted in 1838. It took its name from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the "city of brotherly love". A post office was established at Philadelphia in 1838, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1907.
Geography
Philadelphia is located at 39°46′53″N 85°50′44″W / 39.78139°N 85.84556°W.
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