Sparta, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sparta
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 Sparta, Indiana
Location in Dearborn County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Dearborn |
| Township | Sparta |
| Elevation | 919 ft (280 m) |
| ZIP code |
47032
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| GNIS feature ID | 443917 |
Sparta is a small, unincorporated community located in Dearborn County, Indiana. An "unincorporated community" means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Sparta Township.
A Look Back: Sparta's History
Early Days and Challenges
Sparta got its name from Sparta Township, the larger area it's part of. In 1846, a post office was opened in Sparta, which helped people send and receive mail. However, this post office closed down in 1904.
During the 1840s, Sparta faced a big challenge when a serious illness called cholera spread through the community. This made it harder for the area to grow and develop quickly.
Community Churches
Today, Sparta is home to two churches: Sparta First Baptist Church and South Sparta Church. South Sparta Church was first known as Cold Springs Presbyterian Church and was built in 1889. It still holds church services once a month.
