Plato, Indiana facts for kids

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Plato
Unincorporated community
Country United States
State Indiana
County LaGrange
Township Bloomfield
Elevation 942 ft (287 m)
ZIP code 46761
FIPS code 18-60300
GNIS feature ID 441228

Plato is an unincorporated community in Bloomfield Township, LaGrange County, Indiana.

History

A post office opened at Plato in 1890, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1901. The community was likely named for the philosopher Plato.

Plato, Indiana Barn
Plato and the surrounding area is dedicated to farming with some artisan craft work. This barn is typical of many in the area.

Geography

Plato is located at 41°38′32″N 85°19′54″W / 41.64222°N 85.33167°W / 41.64222; -85.33167.

Municipalities and communities of LaGrange County, Indiana, United States
Towns
Townships
  • Bloomfield
  • Clay
  • Clearspring
  • Eden
  • Greenfield
  • Johnson
  • Lima
  • Milford
  • Newbury
  • Springfield
  • Van Buren
CDP
Other
unincorporated
communities
Footnotes

‡This populated place also has portions in an adjacent county or counties

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