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1961 Map of Hindustan

Name: 1961 Topographic Map of Hindustan
Creator: U.S. Geological Survey
Published: 1963
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/mark/1.0/

USGS Topo · Published 1963

About this map

The Morgan-Monroe State Forest dominates this section of southern Indiana, preserving a landscape of deep hollows and prominent ridges such as Pea Ridge and Hacker Ridge. The 1961 survey provides a clear view of the area prior to extensive modern development, highlighting the small settlements of Hindustan and Fleener that once served the local rural population. To the south, the expansive Lake Lemon is a central feature, showing Riddle Point and Cemetery Island alongside residential routes like North Shore Drive.

Cultural and historical markers are abundant throughout the hills, including the Old Indian Treaty Boundary cutting across the southwestern corner and an Old Railroad Grade in the northeast. Genealogy researchers can find several burial sites and religious landmarks, such as Stepp Cem, Taylor Cem, and the Wheeler Mission Campground. The map also details the complex water system of the area, from the winding Beanblossom Creek to smaller tributaries like Honey Creek and Greasy Creek.