# Osmaniye > central district and city in Osmaniye Province, Turkey **Wikidata**: [Q181379](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q181379) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Osmaniye) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/osmaniye ## Summary Osmaniye is the central district and city in Osmaniye Province, Turkey, serving as the capital of the province. It is classified as a large human settlement and a big city, with a population of 252,186 as of 2022, according to the Address-Based Population Registration System. The city is located in southeastern Turkey and shares borders with Dörtyol, Erzin, and Toprakkale. ## Key Facts - **Classification**: Osmaniye is a city and district of Turkey, with a sitelink count of 252. - **Aliases**: Also known as Osmaniye City, Osmanye, and اوسمانية in various languages. - **Country**: Located in Turkey, with references to Q328 (Turkish Wikipedia). - **Website**: Official website is [osmaniyebelediyesi](https://osmaniyebelediyesi), in Turkish. - **Timezone**: UTC+03:00, effective since October 2, 2018, with references to time in Turkey. - **Social Media**: Active on Instagram (@osmaniyebelediyesi) and Facebook (location ID 103734092998597). - **UN/LOCODE**: TROSE. - **Capital of**: Osmaniye Province. - **Located in**: Osmaniye Province. - **Population**: - 264,373 in 2018. - 252,186 in 2022 (preferred value). - **Coordinates**: Latitude 37.075, longitude 36.25. - **Elevation**: 125 meters above sea level. - **Rural Population**: Data available from 2000 to 2021, with fluctuations between 29,862 and 33,885. - **Urban Population**: Data available from 2000 to 2021, with fluctuations between 173,977 and 247,276. - **Borders**: Shares borders with Dörtyol, Erzin, and Toprakkale. - **Wikipedia**: Available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Turkish, and English. - **Wikidata Description**: Central district and city in Osmaniye Province, Turkey. ## FAQs - **What is Osmaniye's population?** Osmaniye has a population of 252,186 as of 2022, with urban and rural population data available from 2000 to 2021. - **Where is Osmaniye located?** Osmaniye is located in southeastern Turkey, serving as the capital of Osmaniye Province. - **What are Osmaniye's official aliases?** The city is also known as Osmaniye City, Osmanye, and اوسمانية in various languages. - **What is Osmaniye's timezone?** Osmaniye operates on UTC+03:00, effective since October 2, 2018. - **What are Osmaniye's social media handles?** Osmaniye is active on Instagram (@osmaniyebelediyesi) and Facebook (location ID 103734092998597). - **What is Osmaniye's UN/LOCODE?** Osmaniye's UN/LOCODE is TROSE. - **What is Osmaniye's elevation?** Osmaniye is 125 meters above sea level. ## Why It Matters Osmaniye serves as a significant administrative and economic hub in southeastern Turkey, with a population of over 250,000 people. Its classification as a big city and district underscores its importance in the region. The city's official website and social media presence indicate its role in local governance and community engagement. The population data highlights its growth and development over the years, making it a key entity in Osmaniye Province. ## Notable For - **Capital of Osmaniye Province**: Serves as the administrative center for the province. - **Large Population**: Has a population of 252,186 as of 2022, making it a significant urban center. - **Multilingual Wikipedia**: Available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Turkish, and English. - **Active Social Media Presence**: Maintains an Instagram and Facebook presence for community engagement. - **Elevation and Coordinates**: Located at 37.075 latitude and 36.25 longitude, with an elevation of 125 meters. ## Body ### Geography and Location Osmaniye is situated in southeastern Turkey, with coordinates at latitude 37.075 and longitude 36.25. The city is 125 meters above sea level and shares borders with Dörtyol, Erzin, and Toprakkale. It is the capital of Osmaniye Province and is located within that province. ### Population Osmaniye's population has fluctuated over the years, with urban and rural population data available from 2000 to 2021. The urban population ranged from 173,977 in 2000 to 247,276 in 2021, while the rural population ranged from 29,862 in 2017 to 33,885 in 2000. ### Administrative and Political Osmaniye serves as the capital of Osmaniye Province and is classified as a district of Turkey. It has a UN/LOCODE of TROSE and is maintained by WikiProject Cities and WikiProject Turkey. ### Digital Presence Osmaniye has an official website in Turkish and is active on Instagram (@osmaniyebelediyesi) and Facebook (location ID 103734092998597). It is also listed on Wikipedia in multiple languages, including Arabic, Turkish, and English. ### Time and Elevation Osmaniye operates on UTC+03:00, effective since October 2, 2018. The city is 125 meters above sea level, providing a specific geographical reference. ### Connected Entities Osmaniye is connected to various databases and platforms, including Wikidata, Freebase, Geonames, and OpenStreetMap. It has a Wikipedia title and is part of the commons category for Osmaniye. The city is also associated with categories for people born here and people from Osmaniye. ### Wikipedia and Languages Osmaniye's Wikipedia page is available in multiple languages, including Arabic, Turkish, and English, reflecting its multilingual presence. The page has a sitelink count of 77 and is part of the main category for Osmaniye. ### Notable People and Categories Osmaniye has categories for people born here and people associated with the city, indicating its role in local identity and history. The city is also notable for its Wikipedia presence and digital engagement. ### Elevation and Coordinates Osmaniye's elevation of 125 meters and coordinates (37.075 latitude, 36.25 longitude) provide specific geographical details for reference and mapping purposes. ## References 1. [Source](https://statoids.com/ytr.html) 2. [Source](https://www.lexpera.com.tr/resmi-gazete/metin/gun-isigindan-daha-fazla-yararlanmak-amaciyla-butun-yurtta-uygulanan-ileri-saat-uygulamasinin-devam-3) 3. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 4. GeoNames 5. [iNaturalist](https://www.inaturalist.org/places/inaturalist-places.csv.zip)