# Barda

> city in Azerbaijan

**Wikidata**: [Q842869](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q842869)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Barda,_Azerbaijan)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/barda

## Summary
Barda is a city in Azerbaijan, located in the Barda District and previously part of the Dzhevanshirsky Uyezd. It serves as the capital of both the Barda District and the historical region of Caucasian Albania. The city has a population of 38,500 (as of 2012) and is known by various aliases, including Berde, Partaw, and Perozabad. It is officially named Bərdə in Azerbaijani and has a postal code of AZ 0900. The city is situated at coordinates 40.383055555556° N, 47.118611111111° E, with an elevation of 76 meters above sea level.

## Key Facts
- **Classification**: Barda is classified as a city, with a sitelink count of 52 in Wikipedia.
- **Geographic Location**: Located in the Barda District (since August 8, 1930) and previously in the Dzhevanshirsky Uyezd (from 1869 to April 8, 1929).
- **Population**: The population has varied over time, including 13,033 in 1959, 20,788 in 1970, 24,122 in 1979, and 30,908 in 1989.
- **Coordinates**: Latitude 40.383055555556° N, longitude 47.118611111111° E.
- **Timezone**: UTC+04:00.
- **Postal Code**: AZ 0900.
- **Elevation**: 76 meters above sea level.
- **Official Name**: Bərdə (Azerbaijani).
- **Aliases**: Berde, Bərdə, Partaw, Perozabad, Bärdä, Perozkavadh, バルダ, Бердаа, Партав, بردعة.
- **Language**: Official language is Azerbaijani.
- **Historical Significance**: Served as the capital of Caucasian Albania.
- **Water Body**: Located near the Tartar River.
- **Identifiers**:
  - GND ID: 7586106-9
  - VIAF ID: 146774423
  - FAST ID: 1297434
  - Freebase ID: /m/0h4x5q
  - Geonames ID: 587057
  - GNS Unique Feature ID: -2705246
  - OpenStreetMap Node ID: 229639771
  - Who’s On First ID: 421196771
  - Grove Art Online ID: T006315
  - Georgian Encyclopedia ID: 23385
  - Online PWN Encyclopedia ID: 3874383
  - Library of Congress ID: n2002035050
  - National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007471628905171
  - Getty Thesaurus ID: 1052540
  - Great Russian Encyclopedia ID: 862317

## FAQs
- **What is the current population of Barda?**
  The most recent population figure is 38,500, recorded in 2012.

- **What are the historical administrative regions Barda has belonged to?**
  Barda was part of the Dzhevanshirsky Uyezd from 1869 to 1929 and later became part of the Barda District since 1930.

- **What are the official names and aliases of Barda?**
  The official name is Bərdə in Azerbaijani. Other aliases include Berde, Partaw, Perozabad, Bärdä, Perozkavadh, バルダ, Бердаа, Партав, and بردعة.

- **What is the timezone of Barda?**
  Barda operates on UTC+04:00.

- **What is the elevation of Barda?**
  The city is located at an elevation of 76 meters above sea level.

- **What is the postal code of Barda?**
  The postal code is AZ 0900.

- **What languages are associated with Barda?**
  The official language is Azerbaijani, and the city is described in various languages, including Arabic, Azerbaijani, Georgian, Russian, and others.

- **What are the key identifiers for Barda?**
  Key identifiers include GND ID (7586106-9), VIAF ID (146774423), FAST ID (1297434), and various other IDs from Geonames, OpenStreetMap, and other databases.

## Why It Matters
Barda holds historical and administrative significance as the capital of the Barda District and the historical region of Caucasian Albania. Its population and geographic location have evolved over time, reflecting changes in administrative boundaries and urban development. The city's identifiers and aliases highlight its cultural and linguistic diversity, while its coordinates and elevation provide essential geographic data. Barda's role as a regional center and its inclusion in various databases underscore its importance in both local and global contexts.

## Notable For
- Serves as the capital of the Barda District and the historical region of Caucasian Albania.
- Has a population of 38,500 (2012) and has seen fluctuations in population over the years.
- Located at coordinates 40.383055555556° N, 47.118611111111° E, with an elevation of 76 meters.
- Officially named Bərdə in Azerbaijani, with multiple aliases in other languages.
- Includes a variety of identifiers from international databases, including GND, VIAF, FAST, and Geonames.
- Described in multiple languages, reflecting its multicultural and multilingual significance.

## Body
### Geographic and Administrative Information
Barda is situated in the Barda District, which it has been part of since August 8, 1930. Previously, it was part of the Dzhevanshirsky Uyezd from 1869 to April 8, 1929. The city is located at coordinates 40.383055555556° N, 47.118611111111° E, with an elevation of 76 meters above sea level. It is near the Tartar River.

### Population and Demographic Data
The population of Barda has varied over time, with recorded figures of 13,033 in 1959, 20,788 in 1970, 24,122 in 1979, and 30,908 in 1989. The most recent population figure is 38,500, recorded in 2012.

### Historical and Cultural Significance
Barda served as the capital of Caucasian Albania, a historical region. The city is known by various aliases, including Berde, Partaw, and Perozabad, reflecting its multicultural and multilingual heritage.

### Official and Alias Names
The official name of Barda is Bərdə in Azerbaijani. Other aliases include Berde, Partaw, Perozabad, Bärdä, Perozkavadh, バルダ, Бердаа, Партав, and بردعة.

### Language and Communication
The official language of Barda is Azerbaijani. The city is described in various languages, including Arabic, Azerbaijani, Georgian, Russian, and others, highlighting its linguistic diversity.

### Identifiers and Databases
Barda is referenced in multiple databases and identifiers, including:
- GND ID: 7586106-9
- VIAF ID: 146774423
- FAST ID: 1297434
- Freebase ID: /m/0h4x5q
- Geonames ID: 587057
- GNS Unique Feature ID: -2705246
- OpenStreetMap Node ID: 229639771
- Who’s On First ID: 421196771
- Grove Art Online ID: T006315
- Georgian Encyclopedia ID: 23385
- Online PWN Encyclopedia ID: 3874383
- Library of Congress ID: n2002035050
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007471628905171
- Getty Thesaurus ID: 1052540
- Great Russian Encyclopedia ID: 862317

### Wikipedia and Categorization
Barda has a Wikipedia page with 52 sitelinks, indicating its presence in multiple language editions. It is categorized under various topics, including its administrative status, geographic location, and historical significance.

### Timezone and Postal Code
Barda operates on UTC+04:00 and has a postal code of AZ 0900.

### Related Entities and Categories
Barda is associated with various categories, including:
- Category for people born here: Q8045129
- Category for people buried here: Q7974869
- Category for people who died here: Q10063289
- Category of associated people: Category:People from Barda, Azerbaijan

This structured entry provides a comprehensive overview of Barda, covering its geographic, administrative, demographic, historical, and cultural aspects, as well as its presence in various databases and categorizations.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. 1959 Soviet census
4. 1970 Soviet census
5. 1979 Soviet census
6. 1989 Soviet census
7. GeoNames
8. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File