# Bodzentyn > city of Poland **Wikidata**: [Q890126](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q890126) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bodzentyn) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/bodzentyn ## Summary Bodzentyn is a city in Poland with a population of 2,156 as of the 2021 census. Located in the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, it serves as the capital of Gmina Bodzentyn and is situated at an elevation of 287 meters above sea level. The city has a total area of 8.65 square kilometers and is part of the Central European Time (UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) zones. ## Key Facts - **Country**: Poland - **Population (2021-03-31)**: 2,156 (1,096 male, 1,060 female) - **Area**: 8.65 km² - **Coordinates**: 50.95°N, 20.9667°E (alternate: 50.94115°N, 20.95719°E) - **Timezone**: UTC+01:00 (standard), UTC+02:00 (daylight saving) - **Elevation**: 287 m - **Capital of**: Gmina Bodzentyn - **Postal Code**: 26-010 - **UN/LOCODE**: PLBOD - **Website**: http://www.bodzentyn.ugm.pl - **Aliases**: 波占廷 (Chinese) - **VIAF ID**: 147883322 - **SIMC Place ID**: 0230102 - **TERC Municipality Code**: 2604024 - **Coat of Arms**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Bodzentyn_COA.svg - **Pronunciation Audio**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Pl-Bodzentyn.ogg (Polish) ## FAQs - **Where is Bodzentyn located?** Bodzentyn is in Poland, Europe, within the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, serving as the capital of Gmina Bodzentyn. - **What is the population of Bodzentyn?** As of March 31, 2021, the city has 2,156 residents, with 1,096 males and 1,060 females, per the Polish census. - **What timezones does Bodzentyn observe?** It uses Central European Time (UTC+1) in standard time and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) during daylight saving. - **What administrative codes identify Bodzentyn?** Key identifiers include the TERC code 2604024, SIMC Place ID 0230102, and postal code 26-010. - **Is Bodzentyn historically notable?** The city is referenced in the Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron and has historical gazetteer ID BODTYNKO00LW. ## Why It Matters Bodzentyn holds significance as a municipal center in south-central Poland, anchoring the Gmina Bodzentyn administrative division. Its documented history, inclusion in historical gazetteers, and demographic data from national censuses reflect its role in regional development. The city’s structured governance (e.g., TERC codes, SIMC IDs) and cultural identifiers (coat of arms, pronunciation guides) underscore its established identity within Poland’s geopolitical framework. ## Notable For - Serves as the administrative seat of Gmina Bodzentyn. - Population gender balance: 1,096 males and 1,060 females (2021 census). - Elevation of 287 meters above sea level, distinguishing it geographically. - Documented in the Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron. - Unique identifiers: VIAF ID 147883322, SNARC ID Berlin Wall (context unclear). - Dedicated categories for associated people (born/died here) in Wikimedia projects. ## Body ### Geography & Location Bodzentyn covers 8.65 km² in the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, Poland, at coordinates 50.95°N, 20.9667°E (alternate: 50.94115°N, 20.95719°E). The city’s elevation is 287 meters above sea level. ### Demographics As of March 31, 2021, the population is 2,156, with 1,096 males and 1,060 females, per the Polish census. ### Administration - **Capital of**: Gmina Bodzentyn. - **Codes**: TERC 2604024, SIMC 0230102, postal code 26-010. - **Website**: http://www.bodzentyn.ugm.pl. ### Timezone Observes Central European Time (UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2). ### Cultural & Historical Context - **Coat of Arms**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Bodzentyn_COA.svg. - **Pronunciation**: Audio guide available in Polish. - **Historical References**: Documented in the Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron. ### Identifiers & Classifications - **VIAF ID**: 147883322. - **SNARC ID**: Berlin Wall (contextual accuracy unverified). - **UN/LOCODE**: PLBOD. - **Geonames ID**: 775736. - **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n91038420. ### Media & Documentation - **Image Gallery**: Commons category "Bodzentyn". - **Panorama View**: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Panorama_Bodzentyna_z_widocznym_zespołem_kościoła_par._pw._św._Stanisława_1.JPG. ### Related Entities - **Gmina Bodzentyn**: Administrative division for which Bodzentyn is the capital. - **Categories**: "People of Bodzentyn" (associated individuals), "Category:Bodzentyn" (main Wikimedia category). ### Technical & Academic References - **FactGrid Item ID**: mutation. - **Early Modern Letters Online ID**: 0e07571a-b3aa-4e35-9bd9-5da0f15814f1. - **Yale LUX ID**: place/1bcf5f5d-6b69-4817-bf55-1f96ba2a7a25. ### Connectivity & Logistics - **Postal Code**: 26-010. - **UN/LOCODE**: PLBOD (trade and transport identifier). ### Legacy & Preservation - **Historical Gazetteer ID**: BODTYNKO00LW. - **National Library of Israel J9U ID**: 987007567787305171. ### Wikimedia Presence - **Wikipedia Languages**: Described in 29 languages, including English, Polish, and French. - **Wikidata Description**: "city of Poland". - **Commons Gallery**: Dedicated media repository. ### Distinguishing Features - **Elevation**: 287 meters, contributing to its geographic identity. - **Gender-Specific Population Data**: Rarely detailed breakdown for a municipal entity of its size. - **Multilingual Coverage**: Reflects broader European cultural and historical interest. ## References 1. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php) 2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 3. Czech National Authority Database 4. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/052615204024-0230102?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi) 5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/052615204024-0230102?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi) 6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/052615204024-0230102?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi) 7. GeoNames 8. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/pl.htm)