Toto, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Toto, Indiana
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Depot in Toto, 1915
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 Toto, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Toto, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Starke |
| Township | Center |
| Elevation | 709 ft (216 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central (CST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
46534
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| Area code(s) | 574 |
| GNIS feature ID | 444820 |
Toto is a small place in the state of Indiana, in the United States. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city, but it's still a community where people live. Toto is located in Starke County.
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The Story of Toto
How Toto Got Its Name
Long ago, Toto was sometimes called Rye. No one is completely sure how the name Toto came to be. Some people think it might have come from a Native American word.
Toto's Post Office Days
A post office opened in Toto way back in 1855. It helped people send and receive letters and packages. However, the post office closed its doors in 1907.
Indiana's Bargain Capital
Toto has a fun nickname: "Indiana's Bargain Capital." This is because the community is known for having many unique stores. These shops sell interesting items, often at great prices. It's a popular spot for finding cool things!
The Wizard of Oz Connection
One of the most exciting things about Toto is its link to a famous story. Many believe that Toto, the brave little dog in the Wizard of Oz books, was named after this very community! The author, L. Frank Baum, lived near Bass Lake for a while. This lake is not far from Toto, Indiana. It's fun to think that a real place inspired such a beloved character!
