# Neftçala > city in Azerbaijan **Wikidata**: [Q2087800](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2087800) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Neftçala) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/neftcala ## Summary Neftçala is a city in Azerbaijan, located in the Neftchala District, with a population that has grown from under 5,000 in 1959 to over 22,000 by 2022. Originally founded in 1959, it serves as both a municipal city and the administrative center of Neftchala District, which was established in 1940. The city is notable for its historical population growth, administrative role, and its presence in regional governance and cultural heritage. ## Key Facts - Founded in 1959. - Located in the Neftchala District, which has been its administrative region since February 11, 1940. - Population: - 1959: 4,976 - 1970: 7,131 - 1979: 10,734 - 1989: 14,241 (reference population) - 2022: 22,072 - Capital of Neftchala District. - Coordinates: 39.3791° N, 49.2486° E. - Timezone: UTC+04:00. - Official website: [neftchala-ih.gov.az](http://www.neftchala-ih.gov.az/). - Aliases: Нетфчала (Cyrillic), Нефтчала (alternative transliteration). - Image: [Türk şehidlərinin abidəsi (monument)](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Türk_şəhidlərinin_abidəsi_(Neftçala)-3.jpg). - Instance of: City. - Sitelink count: 31. - Sitelink languages: 31 languages including Azerbaijani, Russian, English, Turkish, and others. - Category for people born here: Q10156819. - Category for people buried here: Q7977167. - Category for people who died here: Q32928277. - OpenStreetMap node ID: 231332430. - GeoNames ID: 147425. - OpenWeatherMap city ID: 147425. - Freebase ID: /m/04gg9px. - Who’s on First ID: 421200363. - GNS Unique Feature ID: -2707940. - Commons category: Neftçala. - Wikipedia title: Neftçala. - Wikidata description: City in Azerbaijan. - SNARC ID: Weißig (Freital). ## FAQs ### When was Neftçala founded? Neftçala was officially founded in 1959. It became the administrative center of Neftchala District, which was established on February 11, 1940. ### What is the population of Neftçala? The population of Neftçala has grown significantly over time: - 1959: 4,976 - 1970: 7,131 - 1979: 10,734 - 1989: 14,241 - 2022: 22,072 ### What is the official website for Neftçala? The official website for Neftçala is [http://www.neftchala-ih.gov.az/](http://www.neftchala-ih.gov.az/), which provides information on local governance and statistics. ### What are the coordinates of Neftçala? Neftçala is located at 39.3791° N, 49.2486° E. ### What languages is Neftçala referenced in on Wikipedia? Neftçala has Wikipedia articles in 31 languages, including Azerbaijani, English, Russian, Turkish, and others. ### What is the administrative role of Neftçala? Neftçala is the administrative center (capital) of the Neftchala District, a role it has held since 1940. ### What aliases does Neftçala have? Neftçala is also known by the aliases Нетфчала (Cyrillic) and Нефтчала (alternative transliteration). ## Why It Matters Neftçala holds significance as a regional administrative center and a growing urban settlement in Azerbaijan. Its population has increased more than fourfold since 1959, reflecting its development as a hub for local governance, culture, and community. The city's role in regional administration and its documented population growth make it a key reference point for understanding urbanization trends in the area. It also serves as a cultural and historical landmark, with monuments and categories dedicated to notable individuals associated with the city. ## Notable For - Being the capital of Neftchala District since 1940. - Hosting a significant population increase from under 5,000 in 1959 to over 22,000 in 2022. - Serving as a reference point for historical demographic data in Azerbaijan. - Having a dedicated administrative website and a presence in 31 language versions of Wikipedia. - Being associated with categories for people born, buried, and who died there, indicating its role in genealogical and historical documentation. ## Body ### History Neftçala was established in 1959 and became the capital of Neftchala District, which was formed on February 11, 1940. The city's development reflects the broader urbanization of the region, with its population growing from 4,976 in 1959 to 22,072 by 2022. The city's administrative role and documented population growth make it a key urban center in its district. ### Geography and Administration Neftçala is located in the Neftchala District in Azerbaijan. It serves as the district's capital and is positioned at 39.3791° N, 49.2486° E. The city is part of the broader administrative structure of Azerbaijan and is recognized as a municipal city. It is also referenced in 31 language versions of Wikipedia, indicating its regional and cultural relevance. ### Demographics The city's population has been recorded at multiple points in time: - 1959: 4,976 - 1970: 7,131 - 1979: 10,734 - 1989: 14,241 - 2022: 22,072 These figures reflect a steady population increase over decades, highlighting Neftçala's role as a growing urban center. ### Cultural and Historical Significance Neftçala is associated with categories for people born, buried, and who died there, indicating its role in historical and genealogical documentation. It is also the subject of a dedicated Wikipedia category and is linked to monuments and historical events, such as the Turkic martyrs' monument. ### Governance and Infrastructure The city has an official website, [neftchala-ih.gov.az](http://www.neftchala-ih.gov.az/), which provides local governance data and statistics. It is also referenced in the GeoNames database (ID: 147425) and OpenStreetMap (node ID: 231332430), indicating its digital presence and mapping relevance. ### Notable Identifiers and References - GeoNames ID: 147425 - OpenWeatherMap city ID: 147425 - Freebase ID: /m/04gg9px - Who’s on First ID: 421200363 - GNS Unique Feature ID: -2707940 - SNARC ID: Weißig (Freital) These identifiers link Neftçala to global geographic and administrative databases, enhancing its visibility and data integration. ### Related Categories and People Neftçala is associated with: - Category for people born here: Q10156819 - Category for people buried here: Q7977167 - Category for people who died here: Q32928277 These categories indicate the city's role in historical and cultural documentation. ### Languages and Digital Presence Neftçala is documented in 31 language versions of Wikipedia, including: - Azerbaijani - Russian - English - Turkish - Arabic - Chinese - Spanish - French - and others This multilingual presence underscores its cultural and historical relevance in regional and global contexts. ## References 1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 2. 1959 Soviet census 3. 1970 Soviet census 4. 1979 Soviet census 5. 1989 Soviet census 6. [01 yanvar 2022-ci il tarixə Neftçala rayonun əhalisi haqqında məlumat. census](http://www.neftchala-ih.gov.az/az/page/12.html) 7. GeoNames