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Victoria, Greene County, Indiana
Victoria, Greene County, Indiana is located in Indiana
Victoria, Greene County, Indiana
Victoria, Greene County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Victoria, Greene County, Indiana is located in the United States
Victoria, Greene County, Indiana
Victoria, Greene County, Indiana
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Indiana
County Greene
Township Stockton
Elevation
538 ft (164 m)
ZIP code
47848
FIPS code 18-79064
GNIS feature ID 445276

Victoria is a small, quiet place in Indiana. It's known as an "unincorporated community." This means it's a group of homes and maybe a few businesses, but it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town does. Instead, it's part of a larger area called a township, which helps manage things.

Discover Victoria, Indiana

Victoria is an unincorporated community located in Stockton Township, which is part of Greene County, in the state of Indiana. It's a small place where people live, but it doesn't have its own mayor or city council.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together, but it's not officially a city or town. It doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's usually managed by the county or township it's in. This means services like roads and police might be handled by the county government.

Where is Victoria Located?

Victoria is found in the southwestern part of Indiana. It's in Greene County, which is known for its beautiful natural areas. The community is part of Stockton Township, one of the many townships that make up Greene County. Its exact location is at 39 degrees, 2 minutes, 47 seconds North and 87 degrees, 13 minutes, 22 seconds West.

How Victoria Got Its Name

The community of Victoria got its name from something important in its past: the Old Victoria Mine. Many places in the United States were named after local landmarks, industries, or important people. For Victoria, a mine played a key role in its history and identity.

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