Mechanicsburg, Henry County, Indiana facts for kids
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Mechanicsburg,
Henry County, Indiana |
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Country | United States |
State | Indiana |
County | Henry |
Township | Fall Creek |
Elevation | 994 ft (303 m) |
ZIP code |
47356
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FIPS code | 18-48168 |
GNIS feature ID | 449694 |
Mechanicsburg is an unincorporated community in Fall Creek Township, Henry County, Indiana.
History
Mechanicsburg was laid out and platted in 1858. A relatively high number of settlers employed as mechanics caused the name to be selected. The post office in Mechanicsburg was discontinued in 1907.
Geography
Mechanicsburg is located at the intersection of US 36 and Mechanicsburg Road.
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