# Krynki

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q286696](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q286696)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Krynki)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/krynki

## Summary
Krynki is a city in Poland with a population of 2,217 as of 2021, located in the Podlaskie Voivodeship. It is part of the Gmina Krynki administrative district and has a postal code of 16-120. The city is situated in eastern Europe and follows Central European Time (UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00).

## Key Facts
- **Population**: 2,217 (as of 2021), with 1,066 males and 1,151 females.
- **Geographic Location**: Latitude 53.265278, longitude 23.771944.
- **Administrative Status**: Capital of Krynkaŭski district.
- **Historical Administrative Regions**:
  - Grodno County (1921–1939)
  - Grodno powet (pre-1795)
- **Time Zone**: UTC+01:00 (standard time) and UTC+02:00 (daylight saving time).
- **Postal Code**: 16-120.
- **Local Dialing Code**: 85.
- **Identifiers**:
  - GND ID: 1048213773
  - VIAF ID: 306376207
  - Freebase ID: /m/0dxjgs
  - Geonames ID: 767357
  - SIMC Place ID: 0032655
  - TERC Municipality Code: 2011044
- **Aliases**: Krinek, Krienek, Krinok.
- **Described By**: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary, Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron, Small Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary.
- **Wikipedia Languages**: Available in 20 languages, including Polish, English, and Russian.

## FAQs
**What is the population of Krynki?**
Krynki has a population of 2,217, with 1,066 males and 1,151 females, as recorded in the 2021 Polish census.

**Where is Krynki located?**
Krynki is located in eastern Poland, within the Podlaskie Voivodeship, and is part of the Gmina Krynki administrative district.

**What is the postal code of Krynki?**
The postal code for Krynki is 16-120.

**What time zone does Krynki observe?**
Krynki follows Central European Time (UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00).

**What are the historical administrative regions of Krynki?**
Krynki was previously part of Grodno County (1921–1939) and Grodno powet (pre-1795).

## Why It Matters
Krynki is a small but historically significant city in Poland, serving as the administrative center for the Krynkaŭski district. Its population and geographic coordinates make it a notable locality within the Podlaskie Voivodeship. The city's administrative history reflects its shifting political boundaries over time, from Grodno County to Grodno powet. Its inclusion in encyclopedic references underscores its historical and cultural importance.

## Notable For
- **Administrative Capital**: Serves as the capital of Krynkaŭski district.
- **Cultural References**: Listed in the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and Jewish Encyclopedia.
- **Geographic Precision**: Precise coordinates (53.265278, 23.771944) for accurate mapping.
- **Historical Administrative Shifts**: Transitioned from Grodno County to Grodno powet over time.

## Body
### Demographics
Krynki has a population of 2,217, with 1,066 males and 1,151 females, as per the 2021 Polish census. The city's population data is sourced from the Polish Central Statistical Office.

### Geography
Krynki is located at latitude 53.265278 and longitude 23.771944, placing it in eastern Poland. The city is part of the Podlaskie Voivodeship and is situated within the Gmina Krynki administrative district.

### Administrative History
Krynki has had multiple administrative affiliations over time:
- **Grodno County (1921–1939)**: Part of Grodno County during this period.
- **Grodno powet (pre-1795)**: Previously part of Grodno powet before 1795.

### Time Zone
Krynki observes Central European Time (UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00), aligning with standard European timekeeping practices.

### Identifiers and References
Krynki is referenced by various identifiers:
- **GND ID**: 1048213773
- **VIAF ID**: 306376207
- **Freebase ID**: /m/0dxjgs
- **Geonames ID**: 767357
- **SIMC Place ID**: 0032655
- **TERC Municipality Code**: 2011044

### Cultural and Historical Significance
Krynki is described in multiple encyclopedic references, including the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and the Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron, highlighting its historical and cultural importance.

### Wikipedia Availability
The city's Wikipedia page is available in 20 languages, including Polish, English, and Russian, indicating its broad cultural and informational reach.

### Postal and Communication Details
Krynki uses the postal code 16-120 and has a local dialing code of 85, reflecting its administrative and communication infrastructure.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
4. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/062013711044-0032655?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/062013711044-0032655?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/062013711044-0032655?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
7. GeoNames
8. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File