Stroh, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Stroh, Indiana
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Looking north from Stroh toward Big Turkey Lake
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 Stroh, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Stroh, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | LaGrange |
| Township | Milford |
| Elevation | 935 ft (285 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern Standard Time) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern Daylight Time) |
| ZIP code |
46761 (La Grange)
46789 (Stroh) |
| Area code(s) | 260, 574 |
| FIPS code | 18-73790 |
| GNIS feature ID | 2830441 |
Stroh is a small place in Indiana, USA. It is not an official town or city, but rather an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that are not part of a larger town. Stroh is located in Milford Township, LaGrange County, Indiana.
History of Stroh
Stroh has been a recognized community for a long time. One important date in its history is 1900. This is when the Stroh post office first opened. A post office helps people send and receive mail. Its opening showed that Stroh was growing and needed its own mail services.
Community Life in Stroh
Even though Stroh is a small community, it has several places for people to gather. There are five different church buildings in Stroh. These include the Stroh Church of God, Stroh Church of Christ, Baptist Church, Calvary Chapel, and Mt Calvary Church. These churches are important centers for the community.
Exploring Stroh's Geography
Stroh is in a pretty spot in Indiana. It sits right on the edge of a large body of water called Big Turkey Lake. You can find Stroh on the southwestern shore of this lake. Being near the lake means residents might enjoy water activities. The area around Stroh is mostly flat, which is common for Indiana.
