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Smithland, Indiana
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 Smithland, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Smithland, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Shelby |
| Township | Hendricks |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46176
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| GNIS feature ID | 443707 |
Smithland is an unincorporated community in Hendricks Township, Shelby County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
History
Smithland was platted in 1851 by Hezekiah Smith, and named for him.
A post office was established at Smithland in 1853, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1901.
Geography
Smithland is located at 39°27′37″N 85°50′48″W / 39.46028°N 85.84667°W.
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