# Byczyna

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q990828](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q990828)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Byczyna)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/byczyna

## Summary
Byczyna is a city in Poland, located in the Opole Voivodeship, notable for its historical significance and role as the capital of Gmina Byczyna. It is a small urban center with a population of approximately 3,476 as of the 2021 Polish census.

## Key Facts
- Byczyna is a city in the Opole Voivodeship of Poland.
- Population: 3,476 (as of 2021 Polish census), 3,644 (as of 2016), 3,708 (as of 2004).
- Area: 5.79 km².
- Coordinates: 51.11306°N, 18.21111°E.
- Elevation: 197 meters above sea level.
- Timezone: Central European Time (CET, UTC+1); Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2).
- Postal code: 46-220.
- Licence plate code: OKL.
- Located in Gmina Byczyna, of which it is the capital.
- Official name: Byczyna.
- Native label: Byczyna.
- Aliases: Pitschen, Byčina, Питшен, Пичен.
- Gmina Byczyna TERC code: 1604014.
- Geonames ID: 3102019.
- SNARC ID: Murmansk.
- Freebase ID: /m/02pk_s0.
- VIAF ID: 145516108.
- GND ID: 4306716-5.
- NL CR AUT ID: ge769843.
- MusicBrainz Area ID: 5e506a8b-4081-4c12-a949-b3d910c3f0ad.
- Who's On First ID: 101822519.
- SIMC Place ID: 0965275.
- Yale LUX ID: place/57cd4b29-1459-4a62-982a-a4727be7abe4.
- FactGrid Item ID: Pete La Roca.
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n87908272.
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007562405605171.
- Described by sources: Meyers Konversations-Lexikon (1885–1890), Topographia Bohemiae, Moraviae et Silesiae.
- Official website: [www.byczyna.pl](http://www.byczyna.pl).
- Image: [Byczyna from the Tower](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Byczyna_from_the_Tower_(5).jpg).
- Flag image: [Byczyna flag](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Byczyna_flag.svg).
- Coat of arms image: [Byczyna coat of arms](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Byczyna_COA.svg).
- Commons category: [Byczyna](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Byczyna).
- Category for maps or plans: [Maps of Byczyna](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Maps_of_Byczyna).
- Image archive, Herder Institute: Byczyna.
- Wikipedia languages: be, bg, ceb, cs, de, en, eo, et, fa, fr, id, it, jv, lv, ms, nl, pl, pt, ro, ru, sk, sr, szl, th, uk, ur, vi, zh.
- Wikidata description: city of Poland.
- Sitelink count: 29.
- Instance of: city.
- Different from: Byczyna (to avoid confusion with other similarly named locations).
- Male population (2021): 1,683.
- Female population (2021): 1,793.

## FAQs

### What is Byczyna?
Byczyna is a city in the Opole Voivodeship of Poland. It serves as the capital of Gmina Byczyna and has a population of approximately 3,476 as of 2021.

### What is the population of Byczyna?
As of the 2021 Polish census, the population was 3,476. Earlier estimates include 3,644 (2016) and 3,708 (2004).

### What are the official names and aliases of Byczyna?
The official name is Byczyna. It is also known by the names Pitschen, Byčina, Питшен, and Пичен.

### What is the geography and location of Byczyna?
Byczyna is located in the Gmina Byczyna, within the Opole Voivodeship. Its coordinates are 51.11306°N, 18.21111°E, and it lies 197 meters above sea level.

### What is the administrative structure of Byczyna?
Byczyna is the capital of Gmina Byczyna and holds the TERC code 1604014. It is part of the administrative structure of Poland, functioning under local government regulations.

### What are the time zones for Byczyna?
Byczyna operates in Central European Time (CET, UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+2).

### What are the key identifiers for Byczyna?
- Geonames ID: 3102019
- Freebase ID: /m/02pk_s0
- SNARC ID: Murmansk
- VIAF ID: 145516108
- GND ID: 4306716-5

### What is the official website for Byczyna?
The official website for the city is [www.byczyna.pl](http://www.byczyna.pl).

### What are the notable images and symbols of Byczyna?
Notable images include the city's flag and coat of arms:
- Flag: [Byczyna flag](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Byczyna_flag.svg)
- Coat of arms: [Byczyna coat of arms](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Byczyna_COA.svg)

### What is the historical significance of Byczyna?
Byczyna is described in historical sources such as Meyers Konversations-Lexikon (1885–1890) and Topographia Bohemiae, Moraviae et Silesiae, indicating its historical relevance.

## Why It Matters
Byczyna holds significance as a historical and administrative center in the Opole Voivodeship. Its role as the capital of Gmina Byczyna underscores its local governance importance. The city's demographic and geographic data provide insights into regional population dynamics and urban planning. Its historical references in authoritative texts and databases further cement its cultural and geographical relevance.

## Notable For
- Being the capital of Gmina Byczyna.
- Historical references in Meyers Konversations-Lexikon and Topographia Bohemiae, Moraviae et Silesiae.
- A diverse set of aliases across multiple languages and scripts.
- Detailed demographic data from Polish censuses.
- Administrative codes such as TERC, SIMC, and SNARC.
- Unique identifiers across multiple international databases (VIAF, GND, Geonames, etc.).
- A well-documented digital presence with a dedicated website and Wikimedia resources.

## Body

### Geography and Demographics
Byczyna is located in the Opole Voivodeship of Poland, with coordinates 51.11306°N, 18.21111°E. It lies 197 meters above sea level and covers an area of 5.79 km². The city's population, as per the 2021 Polish census, is 3,476, with 1,683 males and 1,793 females. Earlier population estimates include 3,644 (2016) and 3,708 (2004).

### Administrative and Political Structure
Byczyna serves as the capital of Gmina Byczyna, holding the TERC code 1604014. It is part of Poland's local government structure, functioning under the administrative codes and regulations of the country.

### Historical and Cultural References
Byczyna is referenced in Meyers Konversations-Lexikon (1885–1890) and Topographia Bohemiae, Moraviae et Silesiae, indicating its historical and cultural significance. The city is also described in these authoritative texts, which adds to its historical relevance.

### Digital Presence and Identifiers
The city has a dedicated website [www.byczyna.pl](http://www.byczyna.pl) and is present in various international databases:
- Geonames ID: 3102019
- Freebase ID: /m/02pk_s0
- SNARC ID: Murmansk
- VIAF ID: 145516108
- GND ID: 4306716-5
- NL CR AUT ID: ge769843
- MusicBrainz Area ID: 5e506a8b-4081-4c12-a949-b3d910c3f0ad
- Who's On First ID: 101822519
- SIMC Place ID: 0965275
- Yale LUX ID: place/57cd4b29-1459-4a62-982a-a4727be7abe4
- FactGrid Item ID: Pete La Roca
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n87908272
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007562405605171

### Symbols and Visuals
Notable images and symbols include:
- [Byczyna from the Tower](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Byczyna_from_the_Tower_(5).jpg)
- [Byczyna flag](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Byczyna_flag.svg)
- [Byczyna coat of arms](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Byczyna_COA.svg)
- Commons category: [Byczyna](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Byczyna)
- Category for maps or plans: [Maps of Byczyna](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Maps_of_Byczyna)
- Image archive, Herder Institute: Byczyna

### Languages and International Presence
Byczyna is documented in multiple languages, including be, bg, ceb, cs, de, en, eo, et, fa, fr, id, it, jv, lv, ms, nl, pl, pt, ro, ru, sk, sr, szl, th, uk, ur, vi, zh, indicating its international recognition and documentation.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
3. MusicBrainz
4. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/031613204014-0965275?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/031613204014-0965275?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/031613204014-0965275?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
7. GeoNames
8. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File