Gravelton, Indiana facts for kids
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Gravelton, Indiana
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 Gravelton, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Gravelton, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Elkhart, Kosciusko |
| Township | Union, Jefferson |
| Elevation | 846 ft (258 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
46550
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| FIPS code | 18-29052 |
| GNIS feature ID | 435362 |
Gravelton is an unincorporated community in Elkhart and Kosciusko counties, in the U.S. state of Indiana.
History
Gravelton was platted in 1876. The name likely refers to the presence of a gravel pit. A post office was established at Gravelton in 1876, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1906.
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