Plato, Indiana
| Plato | |
|---|---|
| Unincorporated community | |
  Plato | |
| Coordinates: 41°38′32″N 85°19′54″W / 41.64222°N 85.33167°WCoordinates: 41°38′32″N 85°19′54″W / 41.64222°N 85.33167°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | LaGrange |
| Township | Bloomfield |
| Elevation[1] | 942 ft (287 m) |
| ZIP code | 46761 |
| FIPS code | 18-60300[2] |
| GNIS feature ID | 441228 |
Plato is an unincorporated community in Bloomfield Township, LaGrange County, Indiana.
History
A post office opened at Plato in 1890, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1901.[3] The community was likely named for the philosopher Plato.[4]
Plato and the surrounding area is dedicated to farming with some artisan craft work. This barn is typical of many in the area.
Geography
Plato is located at 41°38′32″N 85°19′54″W / 41.64222°N 85.33167°W.
References
- ↑ "US Board on Geographic Names". United States Geological Survey. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- ↑ "American FactFinder". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- ↑ "LaGrange County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 9 December 2014.
- ↑ Baker, Ronald L. (October 1995). From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. Indiana University Press. p. 266. ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3.
...apparently named for the ancient Greek philosopher...
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