Banta, Indiana
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| Banta | |
|---|---|
| Unincorporated town | |
  Banta | |
| Coordinates: 39°31′26″N 86°15′01″W / 39.52389°N 86.25028°WCoordinates: 39°31′26″N 86°15′01″W / 39.52389°N 86.25028°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Indiana |
| County | Johnson |
| Township | White River |
| Elevation | 774 ft (236 m) |
| ZIP code | 46106 |
| FIPS code | 18-03322[1] |
| GNIS feature ID | 430477[2] |
Banta is an unincorporated town in White River Township, Johnson County, Indiana, United States. It lies on the county's western border with Morgan County.
The current mayor is Mr. Marion Brown. Deputy mayor is Mr. Lin Hunt.
History
Banta was named for David Demaree Banta, a Johnson County historian and judge. Prior to 1883 it was called Dresslarsville.
Geography
Banta is located at 39°31′26″N 86°15′01″W / 39.52389°N 86.25028°W.
References
- ↑ "American FactFinder". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved 2008-01-31.
- ↑ "Banta, Indiana". Geographic Names Information System, U.S. Geological Survey. Retrieved 2009-10-10.
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