Raymond, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Raymond, Indiana
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 Raymond, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Raymond, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Franklin |
| Township | Springfield |
| Elevation | 1,024 ft (312 m) |
| ZIP code |
47010
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| FIPS code | 18-63180 |
| GNIS feature ID | 441800 |
Raymond is a small place in Indiana, located in Franklin County. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that doesn't have its own local government, like a city or town would. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Springfield Township.
A Look Back: The History of Raymond
How Raymond Started
Raymond officially began in the year 1903. This was a very important time for the area. The community was "platting," which means someone drew up an official map. This map showed how the land would be divided into smaller pieces, like lots for houses and areas for streets. This planning happened when a railroad line was built to reach this exact spot.
From Wetland to Community
Before Raymond was planned and settled, the land was a "wetland." A wetland is a type of land that is often covered with water, either all the time or for parts of the year. These areas are usually home to special plants and animals that like wet conditions. Over time, this wetland was developed into the community we know today as Raymond.
