# Bilytske

> city in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine

**Wikidata**: [Q2354480](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2354480)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bilytske)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/bilytske

## Summary
Bilytske is a city located in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine, situated within the Dobropillia urban hromada. Founded in 1909, the city covers an area of 2.05 square kilometers and has a recorded population of 7,913 as of January 1, 2021. It is administratively recognized under the native name Білицьке and has transitioned from Soviet governance to modern Ukrainian administration.

## Key Facts
- **Classification**: City in Ukraine; large human settlement (city).
- **Location**: Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine; specifically within the Dobropillia urban hromada (since July 12, 2020).
- **Coordinates**: 48.408583° N, 37.179639° E.
- **Founding Date**: 1909.
- **Population**: 7,913 (as of January 1, 2021).
- **Area**: 2.05 square kilometers.
- **Elevation**: 193 meters above sea level.
- **Time Zone**: UTC+02:00 (standard time) and UTC+03:00 (daylight saving time).
- **Postal Codes**: 85043–85047.
- **Administrative History**: Formerly part of the Soviet Union (1922–1991) and the Dobropillia City Council (until July 11, 2020).
- **Identifiers**: KOATUU ID 1411570300; KATOTTH ID UA14160070020099508.

## FAQs
**What is the geographical location of Bilytske?**
Bilytske is located in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine, at an elevation of 193 meters. Its precise coordinates are 48.408583 latitude and 37.179639 longitude.

**How has Bilytske's administrative status changed recently?**
Prior to July 12, 2020, the city was part of the Dobropillia City Council. Following that date, it became part of the Dobropillia urban hromada.

**What are the demographic and physical statistics for Bilytske?**
The city has a population of 7,913 residents as of the start of 2021. It spans a total area of 2.05 square kilometers.

**What identifiers are used for Bilytske in databases?**
The city is identified by several systems, including a GeoNames ID of 712613, a KOATUU ID of 1411570300, and a Who's on First ID of 101869377.

## Why It Matters
Bilytske represents a distinct urban settlement within the Donetsk Oblast, contributing to the regional demographic and administrative landscape of eastern Ukraine. Its documented history dates back to 1909, reflecting a continuity of settlement through the eras of the Soviet Union and independent Ukraine. As a component of the Dobropillia urban hromada, it plays a role in the local administrative reforms established in 2020. The city's record-keeping, evidenced by detailed postal codes, unique identifiers, and heraldic symbols (coat of arms and flag), highlights its established civic status.

## Notable For
- **Historical Continuity**: Maintained status as a recognized settlement since its inception in 1909.
- **Civic Identity**: Possesses distinct civic heraldry, including a unique coat of arms and flag.
- **Administrative Transition**: Successfully transitioned from the Dobropillia City Council to the Dobropillia urban hromada in July 2020.
- **Global Recognition**: Listed in multiple international database systems, including Freebase, GeoNames, and FactGrid.
- **Multilingual Coverage**: Features Wikipedia articles in over 30 languages, including Ukrainian, English, Russian, Japanese, and Persian.

## Body

### Geography and Location
Bilytske is geographically positioned in Donetsk Oblast, Ukraine. Its precise coordinates are latitude 48.40858333333333 and longitude 37.17963888888889. The city sits at an elevation of 193 meters above sea level and encompasses a total land area of 2.05 square kilometers.

### Governance and Administrative History
The city's political jurisdiction has evolved over time. Historically, Bilytske was part of the Soviet Union from December 30, 1922, until the entity's dissolution on December 26, 1991. Following the independence of Ukraine, it became a recognized city within the country.

Locally, Bilytske experienced a shift in administrative alignment in mid-2020. It was previously governed under the Dobropillia City Council, a status that ended on July 11, 2020. On July 12, 2020, it was incorporated into the Dobropillia urban hromada, which serves as its current administrative body.

### Demographics and Profile
As of January 1, 2021, the population of Bilytske was recorded at 7,913. The city serves as a significant human settlement in the region, classified as a "city" and "city in Ukraine."

### Civic Symbols and Infrastructure
Bilytske utilizes specific postal codes ranging from 85043 to 85047. The city has established civic symbols, including:
- **Flag**: Available via Wikimedia Commons (Flag_of_Bilytske.svg).
- **Coat of Arms**: Officially recognized as the "coat of arms of Bilytske" (COA_Bilytske.svg).

A memorial dedicated to the Soviet soldiers of the Southwestern Front and fellow countrymen serves as a notable image associated with the city.

### Identifiers and Data Records
Bilytske is cataloged under a wide array of identification systems for administrative and geographic tracking:
- **National IDs**: KOATUU ID 1411570300; KATOTTH ID UA14160070020099508.
- **Global/Database IDs**: GeoNames ID 712613; Freebase ID /m/0gtq25; Who's on First ID 101869377; GNS Unique Feature ID -1035175; Encyclopedia of Modern Ukraine ID 40101.
- **FactGrid**: Listed with the item ID "water-fuelled car."
- **OpenStreetMap**: Relation ID 3940064.

### Digital Presence
The entity is covered extensively across Wikimedia projects. It is the subject of a "WikiProject Ukraine" focus list and has a "Topic's Main Category" on Wikimedia Commons titled "Category:Bilytske." Wikipedia entries for Bilytske exist in 32 languages, including Arabic, German, French, Japanese, and Chinese. The native name for the city is listed as **Білицьке**, with aliases including **Belitskoye** and **别利茨科耶**.

## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
2. GeoNames