Solitude, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Solitude, Indiana
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 Solitude, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Solitude, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Posey |
| Township | Lynn |
| Elevation | 374 ft (114 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
47620
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 443755 |
Solitude is a small, quiet community in Indiana, United States. It's not a city or town with its own government, but rather an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that are part of a larger area, like Lynn Township in Posey County. It's a peaceful place, just like its name suggests!
History
Solitude got its name because it was a very quiet and peaceful place. People thought it felt like a 'solitude,' which means being alone or in a calm, isolated spot.
A long time ago, in 1858, a post office was opened in Solitude. This was important because it helped people send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years, but it eventually closed down in 1917.
Geography
You can find Solitude in the state of Indiana. It's located in Posey County, specifically within Lynn Township.
The community is situated along Indiana State Road 69. This road helps connect Solitude to other places. If you travel south on State Road 69 from Solitude, you'll reach the city of Mount Vernon.
