Pike, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pike, Indiana
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Boone County's location in Indiana
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 Pike, Indiana
Location in Boone County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Boone |
| Township | Washington |
| Elevation | 915 ft (279 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46052
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
| FIPS code | 18-59706 |
| GNIS feature ID | 441127 |
Pike is a small, unincorporated community located in Washington Township, Boone County, in the U.S. state of Indiana. This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. It's part of the larger Boone County area in the United States.
A Look Back: Pike's History
The community of Pike has an interesting past. Its first post office opened in 1885. Back then, it was called Pikes Crossing. This name came from its location. It was right where a "turnpike" crossed. A turnpike was an old type of road. People had to pay a fee to use it. The post office's name was later shortened to Pike. However, it closed down in 1900.
Where is Pike?
Pike is located in the state of Indiana. You can find it at specific coordinates: 40 degrees, 7 minutes, 27 seconds North latitude and 86 degrees, 28 minutes, 55 seconds West longitude. These numbers help pinpoint its exact spot on a map. It's part of Boone County, Indiana.
