Plattsburg, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Plattsburg, Indiana
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Washington County's location in Indiana
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 Plattsburg, Indiana
Location in Washington County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Washington |
| Township | Monroe |
| Elevation | 863 ft (263 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47167
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-60318 |
| GNIS feature ID | 441230 |
Plattsburg is a small, quiet place in the state of Indiana, United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that isn't officially a city or town with its own local government. Plattsburg is located within Monroe Township in Washington County.
A Glimpse into Plattsburg's Past
Plattsburg has a very short history when it comes to official services. A post office was opened here in 1844. However, it didn't stay open for long. The post office closed just one year later, in 1845.
Where is Plattsburg?
Plattsburg is found in the southern part of Indiana. You can find its exact spot on a map using these coordinates: 38°43′10″N 86°05′23″W / 38.71944°N 86.08972°W. This means it's at 38 degrees, 43 minutes, 10 seconds North latitude and 86 degrees, 5 minutes, 23 seconds West longitude.
