Vilas, Indiana facts for kids
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Vilas, Indiana
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 Vilas, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Vilas, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Owen |
| Township | Franklin |
| Elevation | 545 ft (166 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
47460
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| Area code(s) | 812, 930 |
| GNIS feature ID | 445291 |
Vilas is a small, quiet place in the state of Indiana, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and buildings that don't have their own local government like a city or town does. Vilas is located within Franklin Township in Owen County.
A Look Back: Vilas's History
Vilas once had its very own post office. This post office opened in 1885. It helped people send and receive letters and packages. The post office served the community for many years. However, it closed down in 1912.
The community of Vilas was named after an important person. His name was William Freeman Vilas. He was the 33rd United States Postmaster General. This job meant he was in charge of all the mail services for the entire country.
Where is Vilas Located?
Vilas is found in the southwestern part of Indiana. It sits in Owen County. You can find its exact spot on a map using these coordinates: 39 degrees, 10 minutes, 12 seconds North, and 86 degrees, 50 minutes, 24 seconds West. This helps pinpoint its location in the world.
