Gatchel is an

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in Anderson Township,

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, in the

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History

A post office was established at Gatchel in 1895, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1944. Roy Gatchell is said to have served as an early postmaster, according to local history.

Geography

Gatchel is located at .

References

Unincorporated communities in Perry County, Indiana Unincorporated communities in Indiana {{PerryCountyIN-geo-stub