# Dedoplis Tskaro

> town in Kakheti, Georgia

**Wikidata**: [Q1010979](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1010979)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dedoplistsqaro)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/dedoplis-tskaro

## Summary
Dedoplis Tskaro is a town located in the Kakheti region of Georgia, classified as a city. It serves as the capital of Dedoplis Tsqaro Municipality. As of 2023, the town has an estimated population of 5,602 residents.

## Key Facts
*   Dedoplis Tskaro is classified as a city, a large human settlement.
*   It is located in Georgia and serves as the capital of Dedoplis Tsqaro Municipality.
*   The town's official language is Georgian.
*   Its current official name is დედოფლისწყარო, which has been in use since 1991, following its previous name, Цители-Цкаро (1921-1991), and Царские Колодцы (1803-1921).
*   The latest estimated population for Dedoplis Tskaro is 5,602 as of 2023.
*   Dedoplis Tskaro is situated at an elevation of 800 meters above sea level.
*   The town's coordinates are 41.46388888888889° N latitude and 46.111111111111114° E longitude.
*   It operates within the UTC+04:00 timezone.
*   The postal code for Dedoplis Tskaro is 1600.
*   The local dialing code for the town is (356).
*   Dedoplis Tskaro has a dedicated website at https://dedoplistskaro.gov.ge/.
*   It is referenced across 36 Wikipedia language editions.
*   The town is identified by several external identifiers, including GND ID 4748081-6, VIAF ID 310711770, SNARC ID 1372, Freebase ID /m/03c37hn, and Geonames ID 7667712.

## FAQs
**What is Dedoplis Tskaro?**
Dedoplis Tskaro is a town in the Kakheti region of Georgia, recognized as a city. It functions as the administrative center for the Dedoplis Tsqaro Municipality.

**What is the population of Dedoplis Tskaro?**
The most recent population estimate for Dedoplis Tskaro is 5,602 residents, recorded in 2023. Historically, its population has fluctuated, reaching a peak of 10,249 in 1989.

**What are the alternative names for Dedoplis Tskaro?**
Dedoplis Tskaro has been known by several names throughout its history, including Dedoplis Zqaro, Ziteli-Zkaro, Царские Колодцы, Цители-Цкаро, Дедополис-Цкаро, Дедоплис-Цхари, and Дедоплис-Цкаро. Its official name has also changed over time, from Царские Колодцы (1803-1921) to Цители-Цкаро (1921-1991), and currently დედოფლისწყარო.

**Where is Dedoplis Tskaro located and what are its geographical features?**
Dedoplis Tskaro is situated in Kakheti, Georgia, at geographical coordinates 41.46388888888889° N and 46.111111111111114° E. It lies 800 meters above sea level and observes the UTC+04:00 timezone.

**What is Dedoplis Tskaro's administrative history?**
Dedoplis Tskaro has been the capital of Dedoplis Tsqaro Municipality since 1965 and also from 1938 to 1963. Prior to this, it was located in Signagi Municipality (1963-1964 and 1930-1938), Q111476629 (1929-1930), and Signakh Uyezd (1801-1929).

## Why It Matters
Dedoplis Tskaro holds significance as a key administrative center in Georgia, serving as the capital of its municipality. Its historical evolution, marked by changes in its official name from "Царские Колодцы" (Tsar's Wells) to "Цители-Цкаро" (Red Spring) and finally to its current Georgian name, reflects broader political and cultural shifts within the region over centuries. The town's fluctuating population figures, from an estimated 4,126 in 1923 to a peak of 10,249 in 1989 and its current 5,602, illustrate its changing demographic and economic landscape. Its consistent role as an administrative hub, despite these changes, underscores its enduring importance in the governance and development of the Kakheti region.

## Notable For
*   Serving as the capital of Dedoplis Tsqaro Municipality since 1965.
*   Its historical progression of official names, including Царские Колодцы (Tsar's Wells) from 1803 to 1921, and Цители-Цкаро (Red Spring) from 1921 to 1991.
*   Experiencing a peak population of 10,249 residents in 1989, a significant demographic milestone.
*   Being described in historical sources such as Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890).

## Body

### Overview and Classification
Dedoplis Tskaro is identified as a town situated in Kakheti, Georgia. It is classified as a city, indicating a substantial human settlement.

### Geography and Climate
The town is geographically located at coordinates 41.46388888888889 degrees North latitude and 46.111111111111114 degrees East longitude. It stands at an elevation of 800 meters above sea level. Dedoplis Tskaro observes the UTC+04:00 timezone.

### Demographics and Culture
The official language spoken in Dedoplis Tskaro is Georgian. The town has a category dedicated to people born there, identified as Q112682654.

#### Population History
Dedoplis Tskaro has experienced various population changes over time:
*   **1923:** 4,126 (estimate)
*   **1939-01-17:** 5,569 (census)
*   **1959-01-15:** 8,492 (census)
*   **1970-01-15:** 9,026 (census)
*   **1979-01-17:** 9,460 (census)
*   **1989-01-12:** 10,249 (census)
*   **1991:** 10,110 (estimate)
*   **2002-01-17:** 7,724 (census)
*   **2014:** 5,940
*   **2014-11-05:** 5,940 (census)
*   **2016:** 5,951
*   **2017:** 5,916
*   **2018:** 5,844
*   **2019:** 5,786
*   **2020:** 5,737
*   **2021:** 5,719
*   **2022-01-01:** 5,611 (estimate)
*   **2023:** 5,602

### Administration and Historical Affiliations
Dedoplis Tskaro is the capital of Dedoplis Tsqaro Municipality. Its administrative affiliations have changed throughout history:
*   **From 1965:** Located in Dedoplis Tsqaro Municipality.
*   **1963 to 1964:** Located in Signagi Municipality.
*   **1938-07-09 to 1963:** Located in Dedoplis Tsqaro Municipality.
*   **1930-07-23 to 1938-07-09:** Located in Signagi Municipality.
*   **1929-09-00 to 1930-07-23:** Located in Q111476629.
*   **1801 to 1929-09-00:** Located in Signakh Uyezd.

### Names and Aliases
The native label for the town is დედოფლისწყარო. It is also known by several aliases, including Dedoplis Zqaro, Ziteli-Zkaro, Царские Колодцы, Цители-Цкаро, Дедополис-Цкаро, Дедоплис-Цхари, and Дедоплис-Цкаро.

#### Official Names Through History
The official name of Dedoplis Tskaro has evolved:
*   **From 1991:** დედოფლისწყარო (Dedoplis-Цкаро)
*   **1921 to 1991:** Цители-Цкаро
*   **1803 to 1921:** Царские Колодцы

### Identifiers and External Links
Dedoplis Tskaro is associated with various identifiers and external resources:
*   **GND ID:** 4748081-6
*   **VIAF ID:** 310711770
*   **SNARC ID:** 1372
*   **Freebase ID:** /m/03c37hn
*   **Geonames ID:** 7667712
*   **Official Website:** https://dedoplistskaro.gov.ge/
*   **Wikipedia Title:** Dedoplistsqaro
*   **Wikimedia Commons Category:** Dedoplistskaro
*   **Described by Source:** Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890)

### Symbols
The town has a coat of arms, depicted in the image available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Dedofliswayaros_gerbi.jpg. An image of Dedoplis Tskaro with Mount Ilia is also available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Dedoplistskaro_and_Mt_Ilia.jpg.

### Services
The postal code for Dedoplis Tskaro is 1600. The local dialing code is (356).

### Global Presence
Dedoplis Tskaro is represented across 36 different Wikipedia language editions, indicating its recognition on a global scale. These languages include bg, ce, ceb, commons, cs, de, diq, el, en, es, et, fa, fi, fr, hsb, hy, hyw, it, ka, kk, lt, lv, mdf, mzn, nl, os, pl, ru, sr, sv, tr, uk, ur, war, xmf, and zh.

## References

1. [Georgian Post](http://georgianpost.ge)
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. [Source](http://pop-stat.mashke.org/georgia-cities.htm)
4. [Source](https://www.geostat.ge/en/modules/categories/41/population)
5. GeoNames