# Çankırı

> central district and city in Çankırı Province, Turkey

**Wikidata**: [Q209925](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q209925)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Çankırı)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/cankr

## Summary
Çankırı is a city and district located in the Çankırı Province of north-central Turkey. It serves as both the administrative center of the province and a municipality with a population of over 90,000 as of 2021.

## Key Facts
- Çankırı is classified as a city, a district of Turkey, and a municipality.
- It is the capital of Çankırı Province in Turkey.
- Population: 90,564 (2021), 87,589 (2020), 84,331 (2018), 69,631 (2010), 26,124 (1970).
- Urban population: 90,564 (2021), 87,589 (2020), 87,748 (2019), 11,694 (2018).
- Rural population: 9,463 (2021), 9,737 (2020), 10,134 (2019), 9,891 (2014).
- Coordinates: 40.6°N, 33.6167°E.
- Elevation: 730 meters above sea level.
- Timezone: UTC+03:00 (Eastern European Time since October 2, 2018).
- Postal code: 18000.
- Local dialing code: 0376.
- Replaces the ancient city of Gangra.
- Social media followers: 77,561 (as of February 2023).
- Sitelink count: 65.
- Freebase ID: /m/04rp52.
- Geonames ID: 749748.
- GND ID: 4229337-6.
- VIAF ID: 158375360.
- SNARC ID: muon.
- Pleiades ID: 844926.
- Topostext Place ID: 406336UGan.
- Who's on First ID: 101912689.
- OpenStreetMap Relation ID: 1647154.
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n87942931.
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007564823305171.
- Kulturenvanteri Taxonomy ID: 4450.
- TDV Encyclopedia of Islam ID: cankiri.
- Catholic Encyclopedia ID: 06377b.
- Encyclopædia Britannica Online ID: place/Cankiri.
- Digital Atlas of the Roman Empire ID: 21221.
- Locator map image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Çankırı_location_Merkez.png.
- Page banner: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Cankiri_banner.jpeg.
- Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/General_view_of_Çankırı.jpeg.
- Website: http://www.cankiri.bel.tr/ (in Turkish).
- Twitter: cnkrbelediyesi (since 2012-12-10).
- Facebook: cnkrbelediyesi.
- Instagram: cnkrbelediyesi.
- Name in Kana: チャンクル.
- Described by: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary, Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition.
- Wikipedia title: Çankırı.
- Commons category: Çankırı.
- Quora topic: Çankırı.
- Aliases: Çankırı City, Kengiri, Çankiri, Cankirı, Gangra, Gangres, Kiangari, Germanicopolis, Germanópolis, Germanicópolis, جَنْقَرَة, 찬크르.

## FAQs
### What is Çankırı?
Çankırı is a city and district located in the Çankırı Province of north-central Turkey. It serves as the administrative center of the province and is both a city and a municipality.

### What is the population of Çankırı?
As of 2021, the population of Çankırı was 90,564. In 2020, it was 87,589, and in 2018, it was 84,331. Historical data shows a population of 26,124 in 1970.

### What are the coordinates and elevation of Çankırı?
Çankırı is located at 40.6°N latitude and 33.6167°E longitude. The elevation is 730 meters above sea level.

### What is the timezone and postal code of Çankırı?
The timezone of Çankırı is UTC+03:00 (Eastern European Time) since October 2, 2018. The postal code is 18000.

### What are the official communication channels of Çankırı?
The official website is http://www.cankiri.bel.tr/ (in Turkish). The municipality is active on Twitter (cnkrbelediyesi), Facebook (cnkrbelediyesi), and Instagram (cnkrbelediyesi).

### What historical names and identities are associated with Çankırı?
Çankırı is historically known as Gangra and has been referred to by various names including Kengiri, Germanicopolis, and Kiangari. It is also known by its ancient Greek name Gangra.

### What are the key identifiers for Çankırı?
Key identifiers include:
- Freebase ID: /m/04rp52
- Geonames ID: 749748
- GND ID: 4229337-6
- VIAF ID: 158375360
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n87942931
- Pleiades ID: 844926
- OpenStreetMap Relation ID: 1647154

### What is the urban-rural population distribution?
Urban population in 2021 was 90,564, while rural population was 9,463. In 2020, urban population was 87,589 and rural population was 9,737.

### What are the notable villages within Çankırı?
Çankırı includes numerous villages such as Ahlat, Dedeköy, Bayındır, Başeğmez, Handırı, Merzi, Alaçat, Ovacık, Yukarıpelitözü, Çağabey, Germece, Doğantepe, Hıdırlık, Çayırpınar, Balıbağı, Bozkır, Akören, Çırçır, İnandık, Akçavakıf, Aşağıçavuş, Ağzıbüyük, Paşaköy, Çatalelma, Ünür, Satıyüzü, Danabaşı, Çiviköy, Aşağıyanlar, Ayan, Altınlı, Küçüklü, Tuzlu, Yukarıçavuş, Hasakça, Aşağıpelitözü, Dutağaç, Beşdut, Karadayı, Değim, Karaşeyh, Tüney, and İncik.

### What are the sources that describe Çankırı?
Çankırı is described by the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and the Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition.

## Why It Matters
Çankırı holds historical and administrative significance as the central district and city of Çankırı Province in Turkey. It serves as a regional hub with a rich cultural and historical legacy, including its ancient identity as Gangra. The city plays a vital role in local governance, community development, and cultural preservation. Its population and infrastructure reflect its importance as a regional center in north-central Turkey. Çankırı also contributes to the understanding of ancient geography and Roman-era settlements through its historical identity.

## Notable For
- Being the capital and central district of Çankırı Province.
- Hosting a population exceeding 90,000 as of 2021.
- Serving as both a city and a municipality.
- Historical identity as Gangra, an ancient city with references in classical sources.
- Hosting numerous villages within its administrative boundaries.
- Active presence on social media with over 77,000 followers as of 2023.
- Being described in major encyclopedias such as Brockhaus and Encyclopædia Britannica.

## Body
### Location and Geography
Çankırı is located in the Çankırı Province of north-central Turkey. It lies at 40.6°N latitude and 33.6167°E longitude. The city is situated at an elevation of 730 meters above sea level. The region follows the Eastern European Time zone (UTC+03:00) since October 2, 2018. The postal code for the city is 18000, and the local dialing code is 0376.

### Administrative and Municipal Status
Çankırı is classified as a city, a district of Turkey, and a municipality. It serves as the capital of Çankırı Province. The city operates under the jurisdiction of the Çankırı Province and is governed as a municipal entity. It is also the seat of the Museum Directorate of Çankırı, a government agency in Turkey.

### Population and Demographics
The population of Çankırı has grown significantly over the decades. In 2021, the population was 90,564, with 9,463 in rural areas and 81,101 in urban areas. In 2020, the population was 87,589, with 9,737 in rural areas and 77,852 in urban areas. Historical data shows a population of 26,124 in 1970. The city's population is registered through the Address-Based Population Registration System.

### History and Identity
Çankırı is historically known as Gangra, an ancient city with references in classical sources. It has been described in the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and the Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition. The city has also been referred to by various names including Kengiri, Germanicopolis, and Kiangari. It is also known by its ancient Greek name Gangra and its Arabic transliteration جَنْقَرَة.

### Villages and Surrounding Areas
Çankırı encompasses numerous villages, including Ahlat, Dedeköy, Bayındır, Başeğmez, Handırı, Merzi, Alaçat, Ovacık, Yukarıpelitözü, Çağabey, Germece, Doğantepe, Hıdırlık, Çayırpınar, Balıbağı, Bozkır, Akören, Çırçır, İnandık, Akçavakıf, Aşağıçavuş, Ağzıbüyük, Paşaköy, Çatalelma, Ünür, Satıyüzü, Danabaşı, Çiviköy, Aşağıyanlar, Ayan, Altınlı, Küçüklü, Tuzlu, Yukarıçavuş, Hasakça, Aşağıpelitözü, Dutağaç, Beşdut, Karadayı, Değim, Karaşeyh, Tüney, and İncik.

### Communication and Media
The city maintains an official website at http://www.cankiri.bel.tr/, which is in Turkish. It is also active on social media, with accounts on Twitter (cnkrbelediyesi), Facebook (cnkrbelediyesi), and Instagram (cnkrbelediyesi). As of February 2023, the city's social media accounts had 77,561 followers.

### Cultural and Historical Significance
Çankırı is part of Turkey's cultural and historical landscape, with its ancient identity as Gangra contributing to the understanding of Roman-era settlements. The city is also part of the broader cultural heritage of Turkey, with references in major encyclopedias and historical texts.

### Official Identifiers and References
Çankırı is identified by several official IDs, including:
- Freebase ID: /m/04rp52
- Geonames ID: 749748
- GND ID: 4229337-6
- VIAF ID: 158375360
- Library of Congress Authority ID: n87942931
- Pleiades ID: 844926
- OpenStreetMap Relation ID: 1647154
- SNARC ID: muon
- Topostext Place ID: 406336UGan
- Who's on First ID: 101912689
- Kulturenvanteri Taxonomy ID: 4450
- TDV Encyclopedia of Islam ID: cankiri
- Catholic Encyclopedia ID: 06377b
- Encyclopædia Britannica Online ID: place/Cankiri
- Digital Atlas of the Roman Empire ID: 21221

### Visual and Media Resources
Visual resources include:
- Image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/General_view_of_Çankırı.jpeg
- Page banner: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Cankiri_banner.jpeg
- Locator map image: https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Çankırı_location_Merkez.png
- Commons category: Çankiri
- Wikipedia title: Çankiri
- Quora topic: Çankiri

### Language and Names
Çankırı is known by various names in different languages, including:
- Turkish: Çankiri, Çankırı
- Greek: Gangra, Germanicopolis, Germanópolis, Germanicópolis
- Arabic: جَنْقَرَة
- Japanese: チャンクル (name in Kana)
- Historical: Kengiri, Gangres, Kiangari, Changra

### References and Descriptions
Çankırı is described by the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and the Encyclopædia Britannica 11th edition. It is also referenced in the 1911 Encyclopædia Britannica under the entry for Changra.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. [Source](https://web.archive.org/web/20240224154238/https://www.resmigazete.gov.tr/eskiler/2016/09/20160908-2.pdf)
3. [Source](https://www.lexpera.com.tr/resmi-gazete/metin/gun-isigindan-daha-fazla-yararlanmak-amaciyla-butun-yurtta-uygulanan-ileri-saat-uygulamasinin-devam-3)
4. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
5. GeoNames
6. Quora
7. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File