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Reno, Indiana
Reno, Indiana is located in Indiana
Reno, Indiana
Reno, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Reno, Indiana is located in the United States
Reno, Indiana
Reno, Indiana
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Indiana
County Hendricks
Township Clay
Elevation
909 ft (277 m)
ZIP code
46121
FIPS code 18-63774
GNIS feature ID 441898

Reno is an unincorporated community in Clay Township, Hendricks County, Indiana.

History

Reno was platted in 1870 when the railroad was extended to that point. It was likely named for Jesse L. Reno, an officer who served in the Mexican–American War. A post office was established at Reno in 1870, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1912.

Geography

Reno is located at 39°42′37″N 86°40′13″W / 39.71028°N 86.67028°W / 39.71028; -86.67028.

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