# Ostroróg

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q1005885](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1005885)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ostroróg)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/ostrorog

## Summary
Ostroróg is a city located in Poland, situated within the administrative district of Gmina Ostroróg. Classified as a large human settlement, it covers an area of 1.26 square kilometers. According to the 2021 Polish census, the city has a population of 1,878 inhabitants.

## Key Facts
- **Type**: City (large human settlement)
- **Location**: Gmina Ostroróg, Poland, Europe
- **Population**: 1,878 (as of March 31, 2021; source: Polish census of 2021)
- **Gender Demographics (2021)**: 922 male, 956 female
- **Area**: 1.26 square kilometres
- **Coordinates**: 52.62638888888889°N, 16.44972222222222°E
- **Timezone**: Central European Time (UTC+01:00) / Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00)
- **Postal Code**: 64-560
- **Official Website**: http://www.ostrorog.pl/
- **Alternate Names**: Ostrorog, Scharfenort
- **Identifiers**:
  - VIAF ID: 244358809
  - GeoNames ID: 3089767
  - Freebase ID: /m/0288ld5
  - SIMC Place ID: 0971264
  - TERC Municipality Code: 3024054
  - NL CR AUT ID: xx0073384
  - Who's On First ID: 1477863645

## FAQs
**What is the population of Ostroróg?**
As of the Polish census conducted on March 31, 2021, the population of Ostroróg was 1,878. Historical data from 2004 recorded a population of 1,993.

**Where is Ostroróg located?**
Ostroróg is located in the continent of Europe within the country of Poland. It is situated in the administrative region of Gmina Ostroróg.

**What is the geographic size of Ostroróg?**
The city covers a total area of 1.26 square kilometres.

## Why It Matters
Ostroróg represents a distinct municipal entity within the Polish administrative framework. As a designated city, it serves as a localized human settlement with specific demographic and geographic attributes tracked by national and international bodies. Its inclusion in multiple global identifier systems (such as VIAF, GeoNames, and Freebase) underscores its recognition in geographical and encyclopedic contexts.

## Notable For
- **Demographics**: The city maintains a near-equal gender distribution, with 922 males and 956 females recorded in the 2021 census.
- **International Recognition**: The entity possesses identifiers across diverse systems, including the National Library of the Czech Republic and the Who's On First gazetteer.
- **Historical Names**: In addition to its Polish name, it is recognized by the German name "Scharfenort."
- **Digital Presence**: Ostroróg is covered by Wikipedia in 22 different languages, including English, German, Russian, and Vietnamese.

## Body

### Geography and Location
Ostroróg is positioned in Europe within the nation of Poland. Administratively, it falls under Gmina Ostroróg. The city's precise coordinates are 52.62638888888889 latitude and 16.44972222222222 longitude. It operates within the Central European Time zone (UTC+01:00) during standard time and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) during daylight saving time. The land area of the city is measured at 1.26 square kilometres.

### Demographics
The population of Ostroróg has been tracked through various censuses. The most recent preferred value comes from the Polish census of 2021:
- **Total Population**: 1,878 (March 31, 2021)
- **Male Population**: 922 (March 31, 2021)
- **Female Population**: 956 (March 31, 2021)

An earlier record from 2004 indicated a population of 1,993, suggesting a slight decline in residents over the subsequent two decades.

### Administration and Identity
The official name of the city is Ostroróg, and it utilizes the postal code 64-560. While it is distinct from the administrative division "Gmina Ostroróg," it is located within that region. The city maintains an official website at http://www.ostrorog.pl/.

Symbols associated with the city include a flag and a coat of arms. Imagery of the location where a castle formerly stood is also available, linking the modern city to its historical topography.

### External Identifiers and Classifications
Ostroróg is cataloged under numerous classification systems:
- **National Systems**: SIMC Place ID 0971264; TERC Municipality Code 3024054.
- **International Libraries**: VIAF ID 244358809; NL CR AUT ID xx0073384.
- **Geographic Databases**: GeoNames ID 3089767; Who's On First ID 1477863645.
- **Semantic Web**: Freebase ID /m/0288ld5; Subject Lexeme L1320019.

Note is made of specific cross-references in the data, such as a Snarc ID associated with "Movistar Team" and a FactGrid item ID associated with "Hesco bastion," as present in the source properties. The city is also classified as being "different from" the entity Gmina Ostroróg.

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
2. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
3. GeoNames
4. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
5. Czech National Authority Database
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023016124054-0971264?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
7. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023016124054-0971264?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
8. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023016124054-0971264?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)