# Lubowidz

> town in Masovian Voivodeship, Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q2551179](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2551179)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lubowidz,_Masovian_Voivodeship)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/lubowidz

## Summary
Lubowidz is a town in Masovian Voivodeship, Poland, with a population of 1,587 as of 2021. It was granted city status on January 1, 2019, after previously being classified as a village. The town is located in Gmina Lubowidz and has a postal code of 09-304.

## Key Facts
- **Classification**: Lubowidz is classified as a city with city status granted on January 1, 2019.
- **Population**: As of March 31, 2021, the town had a total population of 1,587, with 772 males and 815 females.
- **Geographic Location**: The town is situated at coordinates 53.11667° N, 19.83333° E, with more precise coordinates of 53.11865° N, 19.84594° E.
- **Administrative Status**: Lubowidz is located within Gmina Lubowidz and is part of the Masovian Voivodeship.
- **Postal Code**: The town's postal code is 09-304.
- **Time Zone**: Lubowidz operates on UTC+01:00 during standard time and UTC+02:00 during daylight saving time.
- **Identifiers**:
  - **VIAF ID**: 126845037
  - **SNARC ID**: Alta
  - **Freebase ID**: /m/04yf7_1
  - **Geonames ID**: 3092828
  - **SIMC Place ID**: 0118606
  - **TERC Municipality Code**: 1437034
  - **Library of Congress ID**: n98013685
  - **National Library of Israel ID**: 987007535770105171
- **Wikipedia**: The town has Wikipedia entries in multiple languages, including English, Polish, and Ukrainian.
- **Commons Category**: The town is associated with the category "Lubowidz, Masovian Voivodeship" on Wikimedia Commons.

## FAQs
**What is the population of Lubowidz?**
As of March 31, 2021, Lubowidz had a population of 1,587, with 772 males and 815 females.

**When did Lubowidz become a city?**
Lubowidz was granted city status on January 1, 2019, after previously being classified as a village.

**What is the postal code of Lubowidz?**
The postal code for Lubowidz is 09-304.

**Where is Lubowidz located?**
Lubowidz is located in Gmina Lubowidz, within the Masovian Voivodeship of Poland.

**What are the coordinates of Lubowidz?**
Lubowidz is situated at 53.11667° N, 19.83333° E, with more precise coordinates of 53.11865° N, 19.84594° E.

## Why It Matters
Lubowidz's classification as a city in 2019 reflects its growing administrative and economic significance within the Masovian Voivodeship. The town's population and geographic location make it an important local hub, contributing to regional development and infrastructure. Its status as a municipality within Gmina Lubowidz underscores its role in local governance and community services.

## Notable For
- **Administrative Milestone**: Lubowidz's elevation to city status in 2019 marks a significant administrative change for the town.
- **Population Growth**: The town's population of 1,587 in 2021 indicates steady development and demographic stability.
- **Geographic Precision**: The town's coordinates (53.11865° N, 19.84594° E) provide exact geographic reference for mapping and navigation.
- **Multilingual Wikipedia Presence**: Lubowidz has Wikipedia entries in multiple languages, reflecting its cultural and informational accessibility.

## Body
### Classification and Status
Lubowidz was officially granted city status on January 1, 2019, as part of a broader administrative restructuring in Poland. This change was documented in the *Rozporządzenie Rady Ministrów* (Ministry Council Decree) of July 25, 2018, which outlined the boundaries and status of various municipalities. Prior to this, Lubowidz was classified as a village until December 31, 2018.

### Population and Demographics
The 2021 Polish census recorded a total population of 1,587 for Lubowidz, with 772 males and 815 females. This data was published on October 7, 2022, and is referenced from the Polish Central Statistical Office (GUS).

### Geographic and Administrative Details
Lubowidz is located within Gmina Lubowidz, a municipality in the Masovian Voivodeship. The town's postal code is 09-304, and it operates on UTC+01:00 during standard time and UTC+02:00 during daylight saving time. The town's geographic coordinates are 53.11667° N, 19.83333° E, with more precise coordinates of 53.11865° N, 19.84594° E.

### Identifiers and References
Lubowidz is identified by several unique identifiers, including:
- **VIAF ID**: 126845037
- **SNARC ID**: Alta
- **Freebase ID**: /m/04yf7_1
- **Geonames ID**: 3092828
- **SIMC Place ID**: 0118606
- **TERC Municipality Code**: 1437034
- **Library of Congress ID**: n98013685
- **National Library of Israel ID**: 987007535770105171

### Wikipedia and Multimedia
Lubowidz has Wikipedia entries in multiple languages, including English, Polish, and Ukrainian. The town is also associated with the category "Lubowidz, Masovian Voivodeship" on Wikimedia Commons, indicating a rich multimedia presence.

### Time Zone and Postal Code
The town operates on UTC+01:00 during standard time and UTC+02:00 during daylight saving time. Its postal code is 09-304, which is referenced from the Polish Wikipedia.

### Historical Context
The town's classification as a city in 2019 was part of a broader effort to modernize and standardize municipal governance in Poland. This change reflects the town's growing administrative and economic importance within the region.

## References

1. [Rozporządzenie Rady Ministrów z dnia 25 lipca 2018 r. w sprawie ustalenia granic niektórych gmin i miast oraz nadania niektórym miejscowościom statusu miasta](http://prawo.sejm.gov.pl/isap.nsf/download.xsp/WDU20180001456/O/D20181456.pdf)
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/071422537034-0118606?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
4. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/071422537034-0118606?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/071422537034-0118606?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
6. GeoNames
7. System for IDs and names of places
8. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File