Ward, Indiana facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ward, Indiana
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Boone County's location in Indiana
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 Ward, Indiana
Location in Boone County, Indiana
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Boone |
| Township | Jackson |
| Elevation | 920 ft (280 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46147
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| Area code(s) | 765 |
Ward is a small, quiet place in Boone County, Indiana. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it is not a city or town with its own local government. Instead, it is part of a larger area, like a township or county. Ward is located within Jackson Township.
About Ward, Indiana
Ward is a small community found in the state of Indiana. It is part of Boone County. Being an unincorporated community means it does not have its own mayor or city council. It relies on the county for services.
A Look at Its Past
Ward was first planned and settled in the year 1883. A man named Thomas Ward was important in setting up the community. The area was named "Ward" in his honor. A post office was opened in Ward in 1884. This post office helped people send and receive mail. It served the community for many years. The post office closed its doors in the year 1900.
Where is Ward Located?
Ward is located in the central part of Indiana. Its exact location can be found using special coordinates. These coordinates are 39°59′45″N 86°34′55″W / 39.99583°N 86.58194°W. This tells us its position on a map. It is in Jackson Township within Boone County. Ward is also considered part of the larger Indianapolis metropolitan area.
