# Osieczna

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q382587](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q382587)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osieczna)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/osieczna

## Summary
Osieczna is a city located in Poland within the continent of Europe. Situated in Gmina Osieczna, it has a population of 2,425 people as of March 31, 2021, and covers an area of 4.84 square kilometers.

## Key Facts
- **Instance of**: City (large human settlement).
- **Location**: Gmina Osieczna, Poland, Europe.
- **Population**: 2,425 (as of March 31, 2021, per Polish census of 2021).
    - Male population: 1,169.
    - Female population: 1,256.
- **Area**: 4.84 square kilometres.
- **Coordinates**: Latitude 51.905833333333, Longitude 16.676388888889.
- **Postal Code**: 64-113.
- **Timezone**: Central European Time (UTC+01:00) for standard time and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) for daylight saving time.
- **UN/LOCODE**: PLOSA.
- **Website**: http://www.osieczna.pl/.
- **Identifiers**:
    - VIAF ID: 241907315.
    - GeoNames ID: 3089934.
    - SIMC place ID: 0954567.
    - TERYT municipality code (TERC): 3013034.
    - GNS Unique Feature ID: -520186.
    - Who's on First ID: 101822691.
    - National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987008705988105171.
    - Freebase ID: /m/0288b2f.
    - FactGrid ID: Q610454.

## FAQs
**What are the demographic details of Osieczna?**
As of the Polish census conducted on March 31, 2021, the city had a total population of 2,425 individuals. The population was composed of 1,169 males and 1,256 females.

**Where is Osieczna located geographically?**
Osieczna is situated in Europe within the country of Poland, specifically located in the administrative region of Gmina Osieczna. Its geographic coordinates are 51.905833333333 latitude and 16.676388888889 longitude.

**What administrative and location codes are associated with Osieczna?**
The city is identified by the postal code 64-113 and the UN/LOCODE PLOSA. It holds the SIMC place ID 0954567 and the TERC municipality code 3013034.

**How is Osieczna described in historical and academic sources?**
The city is documented in the 4th edition of Meyers Konversations-Lexikon (1885–1890). It is classified as a "city" and maintains a commons category and Wikipedia page under the name Osieczna.

## Why It Matters
Osieczna serves as a distinct urban settlement within the Polish administrative framework. Its documentation in historical encyclopedias like Meyers Konversations-Lexikon highlights its longstanding recognition as a geographical entity. The city provides a specific case study for demographic distribution in the region, evidenced by its detailed population census data separating male and female residents. Furthermore, its extensive cataloging across international databases (VIAF, GeoNames, UN/LOCODE) and digital archives underscores its relevance in global data ecosystems and administrative logistics.

## Notable For
- Being a documented urban settlement in Poland with a specific population count verified by the 2021 Polish census.
- Its inclusion in the 4th edition of Meyers Konversations-Lexikon (1885–1890), indicating historical record-keeping.
- Possessing a unique UN/LOCODE (PLOSA), facilitating its identification in trade and transport.
- Having a verifiable digital presence through an official website and multiple international identifier systems.

## Body
### Geography and Administration
Osieczna is classified as a city, defined as a large human settlement, and is located in the country of Poland on the continent of Europe. Administratively, it falls within the region of Gmina Osieczna. The city occupies a total area of 4.84 square kilometres. Its precise geographic location is marked by the coordinates 51.905833333333 latitude and 16.676388888889 longitude. For postal services, the city uses the code 64-113.

### Demographics
According to the Polish census of 2021, recorded on March 31, 2021, Osieczna has a population of 2,425 residents. The population is divided into 1,169 males and 1,256 females. This data was retrieved from the Statistics Poland database (bdl.stat.gov.pl) on October 6, 2022.

### Time and Location Standards
The city operates within two time zones depending on the season. During standard time, it observes Central European Time (UTC+01:00). During daylight saving time, it observes Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00).

### Visual and Media Representation
Osieczna is represented visually by specific imagery and heraldry. An image of the Saint Valentine church in Osieczna (2014) is associated with the city. Additionally, the city's coat of arms is available via the file "POL_Osieczno_COA.svg." The main category for media related to this entity on Wikimedia Commons is "Osieczna."

### External Identifiers and Databases
Osieczna is indexed in numerous national and international databases:
- **Library and Archival IDs**: VIAF ID 241907315; National Library of Israel J9U ID 987008705988105171; Freebase ID /m/0288b2f.
- **Geographic and Location IDs**: GeoNames ID 3089934; GNS Unique Feature ID -520186; Who's on First ID 101822691; UN/LOCODE PLOSA.
- **Polish Administrative Codes**: SIMC place ID 0954567; TERC municipality code 3013034.
- **FactGrid**: Item ID Q610454.

### Historical and Encyclopedic References
The entity is described by the source "Meyers Konversations-Lexikon, 4th edition (1885–1890)." It is the subject of a Wikipedia page with the title "Osieczna," which is available in 22 languages including English, German, Polish, Russian, and French. The Wikipedia entry has a sitelink count of 23. The entity is explicitly noted to be "different from" the value "Osieczna" in certain references, distinguishing it from other potential entities with similar names.

## 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/023015913034-0954567?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023015913034-0954567?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023015913034-0954567?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
7. GeoNames
8. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/pl.htm)
9. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File