Peoria, Franklin County, Indiana facts for kids
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Peoria, Indiana
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 Peoria, Franklin County, Indiana
Location in Indiana
Peoria, Franklin County, Indiana
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Franklin |
| Township | Springfield |
| Elevation | 1,001 ft (305 m) |
| ZIP code |
47012
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| FIPS code | 18-58842 |
| GNIS feature ID | 441010 |
Peoria is an unincorporated community in Springfield Township, Franklin County, Indiana.
History
Peoria was named after the Peoria tribe. A post office was established at Peoria in 1850, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1907.
Peoria once had the Ingleside Institute academy and a normal school.
Geography
Peoria is located on the state line.
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