Smithville, Monroe County, Indiana facts for kids
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Smithville, Indiana
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Smithville's Red Men fraternal lodge building
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 Smithville, Monroe County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Smithville, Monroe County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Monroe |
| Township | Clear Creek |
| Elevation | 732 ft (223 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47458
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| FIPS code | 18-70308 |
| GNIS feature ID | 452083 |
Smithville is an unincorporated community in Clear Creek Township, Monroe County, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
History
Smithville was laid out in 1851 when the New Albany Railroad was extended to that point. The community was named for George Smith, one of the founders. A post office has been in operation at Smithville since 1854.
Geography
Smithville is located at 39°04′16″N 86°30′25″W / 39.07111°N 86.50694°W.
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