Smithville, Owen County, Indiana facts for kids
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Smithville, Indiana
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 Smithville, Owen County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Smithville, Owen County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Owen |
| Township | Marion |
| Elevation | 591 ft (180 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47427, 47833
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 443709 |
Smithville is a small place in Owen County, Indiana, in the United States. It's called an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government.
Smithville is located in the northwest part of Marion Township. You can find it near the crossing of County Road 200 North (also known as Smithville Road) and County Road 1400 West (also known as Pleasant View Road). It is about 15 miles west of Spencer, which is the main town of Owen County. Smithville is about 591 feet (180 meters) above sea level.
Exploring Smithville's Location
Smithville is in a rural area, meaning it's mostly countryside with farms and open spaces. There are a few interesting spots nearby that help define its location.
Nearby Landmarks
- Mast Cemetery: This old cemetery is about one mile east of Smithville. It's located on County Road 1325 West, just south of Smithville Road.
- Stephens Cemetery: About two miles northeast of Smithville, you'll find Stephens Cemetery. It's on County Road 1325 West, a bit south of East County Road 300 South.
Education in Smithville
Even though Smithville is a small community, it is part of a larger school system.
Local Schools
Students in Smithville attend schools within the Spencer-Owen Community Schools district. This district includes Owen Valley Community High School, where older students go to learn and prepare for their future.
