Prole, Iowa facts for kids
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Prole, Iowa
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 Prole, Iowa
Location in Iowa
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| Country | United States |
| State | Iowa |
| County | Warren |
| Elevation | 978 ft (298 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP codes |
50229
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| Area code(s) | 515 |
| GNIS feature ID | 460458 |
Prole is a small, quiet community located in the northwestern part of Warren County, Iowa, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community, which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's governed by the county.
Prole is a rural village, meaning it's in the countryside and has a small population. It sits along Iowa Highway 28, a road that connects it to other places. The community is northwest of Indianola, which is the main city and the county seat (the center of government) for Warren County. Prole is about 978 feet (298 meters) above sea level. Even though it's small, Prole has its own post office, and its ZIP code is 50229.
History of Prole
Prole was officially established, or "laid out," in the year 1884. This means that its streets and lots were planned out at that time. The post office in Prole has been serving the community for a long time, starting its operations on September 25, 1884.
Over the years, the number of people living in Prole has changed. In 1902, there were 21 residents. By 1925, the population grew to 55 people. Later, in 1940, the population was recorded as 37.
