Sims, Indiana
| Sims | |
|---|---|
| census-designated place | |
  Sims | |
| Coordinates: 40°29′59″N 85°51′19″W / 40.49972°N 85.85528°WCoordinates: 40°29′59″N 85°51′19″W / 40.49972°N 85.85528°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Grant |
| Township | Sims |
| Elevation[1] | 860 ft (260 m) |
| Population (2000) | |
| • Total | 250 |
| ZIP code | 46986 |
| FIPS code | 18-69894[2] |
| GNIS feature ID | 443539 |
Sims is an unincorporated census-designated place in Sims Township, Grant County, Indiana. In 2000 it had a population of 250.
History
The community took its name from Sims Township.[3] A post office was established at Sims in 1881, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1992.[4]
Geography
Sims is located at 40°29′59″N 85°51′19″W / 40.49972°N 85.85528°W near the county's western border. A rail line operated by the Central Railroad Company of Indianapolis passes along the north side of town.
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.
- ↑ Baker, Ronald L. (October 1995). From Needmore to Prosperity: Hoosier Place Names in Folklore and History. Indiana University Press. p. 302. ISBN 978-0-253-32866-3.
...named for Sims Township, in which it is located...
- ↑ "Grant County". Jim Forte Postal History. Retrieved 12 September 2014.
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