# Căinari > city in Moldova **Wikidata**: [Q2377759](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2377759) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Căinari) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cainari ## Summary Căinari is a city located in the Căușeni District of Moldova. Officially designated as a city in 1995, it serves as a significant local administrative unit with a recorded history dating back to 1525. As of April 2024, the city has a population of 2,135 residents. ## Key Facts * **Classification:** City (designated January 14, 1995). * **Location:** Căușeni District, Moldova. * **Coordinates:** 46.678888888889°N, 29.046111111111°E. * **Elevation:** 51 meters above sea level. * **Population:** 2,135 (as of April 8, 2024). * **Demographics (2024):** 1,040 male residents; 1,095 female residents. * **First Written Record:** 1525. * **Postal Code:** MD-7701. * **License Plate Code:** CS. * **Local Dialing Code:** 243. * **Twin City:** Murfatlar. * **Website:** http://www.cainari.info/ ## FAQs **What is the historical background of Căinari?** The earliest written record of Căinari dates to 1525. Historically, it served as the capital of the Căinari District from 1918 to 1929. **What are the demographic details of the city?** According to the census conducted on April 8, 2024, the population is 2,135, comprising 1,040 men and 1,095 women. A previous census in 2014 recorded a population of 3,803. **Where is Căinari located?** The city is situated in the Căușeni District of Moldova at an elevation of 51 meters, with geographic coordinates of 46.68°N latitude and 29.05°E longitude. **What administrative codes are used for Căinari?** The city uses the postal code MD-7701, the license plate code CS, and the local dialing code 243. Its CUATM statistical code is 2702000, and its unique identification code is 2301. ## Why It Matters Căinari represents a distinct administrative and historical unit within the Căușeni District of Moldova. Its status as a city, formally recognized in 1995, underscores its role in local governance and regional structure. The settlement's history, spanning from the Principality of Moldavia through the Russian and Ottoman Empires to the modern Republic of Moldova, offers a case study in the shifting geopolitical landscapes of Eastern Europe. The significant change in population from 3,803 in 2014 to 2,135 in 2024 also highlights ongoing demographic trends in the region. ## Notable For * **Historical Capital:** Served as the capital of Căinari District between 1918 and 1929. * **Long History:** One of the older settlements in the region with documentation tracing back to the 16th century (1525). * **Twin City Relationship:** Maintains a twinning relationship with Murfatlar. * **Digital Presence:** Possesses a unique OpenWeatherMap city ID (618455) and extensive Wikipedia coverage across 14 languages. ## Body ### Geography and Administration Căinari is situated in the Căușeni District of the Republic of Moldova. Geographically, it is positioned at a latitude of 46.678888888889 and a longitude of 29.046111111111, with an elevation of 51 meters above sea level. The city's administrative identifiers include the postal code MD-7701 and the license plate code CS. In terms of statistical coding, Căinari is assigned the CUATM statistical code 2702000 and a unique identification code 2301. The local dialing code for the city is 243. ### Demographics Demographic data for Căinari reveals a population of 2,135 as of April 8, 2024, based on census data published in 2025. This population is composed of 1,040 males and 1,095 females. This figure represents a decrease from the 2014 census, which recorded a population of 3,803. The determination method for both data points was census-based. ### History The settlement has a documented history extending back to the early 16th century, with the time of the earliest written record identified as 1525. Throughout its history, Căinari has been part of numerous sovereign states due to the region's volatile political history. The timeline of sovereignty includes: * **Principality of Moldavia:** Until May 16, 1812. * **Russian Empire:** May 16, 1812 – March 2, 1917. * **Russian Republic:** March 2, 1917 – December 2, 1917. * **Moldavian Democratic Republic:** December 2, 1917 – March 28, 1918. * **Romania:** March 27, 1918 – June 28, 1940. * **Soviet Union:** June 28, 1940 – July 2, 1941. * **Romania:** July 2, 1941 – September 12, 1944. * **Soviet Union:** September 12, 1944 – August 27, 1991. * **Moldova:** August 27, 1991 – Present. Administratively, Căinari held the status of the capital of the Căinari District from 1918 to 1929. Its modern status as a "city" (large human settlement) was legally established on January 14, 1995, under the "Law Nr. 306 from 07-12-1994 regarding the administrative-territorial organization of the Republic of Moldova." ### International and Cultural Relations Căinari maintains a twinning relationship with the administrative body of Murfatlar. The city has a notable digital and cultural footprint, evidenced by its availability in 14 Wikipedia languages (including English, Romanian, Russian, Italian, and Polish). Visual documentation of the city is available through Wikimedia Commons, including a panoramic view from the southeast near a monument and specific images of its flag and coat of arms. ### Identifiers and Technical Data Căinari is indexed in various national and international databases: * **GeoNames ID:** 618455 * **GNS Unique Feature ID:** -2276194 * **Who's on First ID:** 101863661 * **OpenWeatherMap City ID:** 618455 * **Freebase ID:** /m/06w7_lm The official website for the city is http://www.cainari.info/. The main category for organizing information about the city is "Category:Căinari." ## References 1. [LEGE Nr. 306 din 07-12-1994 privind organizarea administrativ-teritorială a Republicii Moldova (română). 1995](https://www.legis.md/cautare/getResults?doc_id=127655&lang=ro) 2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 3. 2014 Moldovan census 4. 2024 Moldovan census. 2025 5. Q113254021 6. Uricarul sau Colecțiunea de diferite acte care pot servi la istoria românilor. Volumul VIII. 1884 7. GeoNames 8. CUATM