Pontiac, Indiana facts for kids
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Pontiac
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Country | United States |
State | Indiana |
County | Clay |
Township | Van Buren |
Elevation | 689 ft (210 m) |
ZIP code |
47837
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FIPS code | 18-61038 |
GNIS feature ID | 441432 |
Pontiac is an unincorporated community in Van Buren Township, Clay County, Indiana. It is part of the Terre Haute Metropolitan Statistical Area.
History
Pontiac was laid out in 1871 in anticipation of the railroad being built through it. It was named after Chief Pontiac.
Geography
Pontiac is located at 39°35′25″N 87°07′07″W / 39.59028°N 87.11861°W.
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