# Pasym

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q1005483](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1005483)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pasym)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/pasym

## Summary
Pasym is a city in northeastern Poland with a population of 2,407 as of 2021, situated in the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship. Founded in 1386, it serves as the administrative seat of Gmina Pasym and is historically known by the names Passenheim and Пассенхайм. The city covers an area of 15.18 square kilometers and operates on Central European Time (UTC+1) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2).

## Key Facts
- Founded in 1386.
- Population: 2,407 (2021 Polish census), with 1,186 males and 1,221 females.
- Coordinates: 53.6511° N, 20.7919° E.
- Area: 15.18 km².
- Country: Poland (TERC municipality code 2817044).
- Timezone: UTC+1 (standard time) and UTC+2 (daylight saving time).
- Administrative division: Seat of Gmina Pasym.
- Postal code: 12-130.
- Identifiers: VIAF ID 145546303, GND ID 4208428-3, GeoNames ID 762588, SIMC place ID 0485813.
- Historical names: Passenheim (German), Пассенхайм (Russian).
- Coat of arms and flag images documented on Wikimedia Commons.

## FAQs
- **Where is Pasym located?**  
  Pasym is in northeastern Poland, within the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, at coordinates 53.6511° N, 20.7919° E.

- **What is Pasym’s population?**  
  As of March 31, 2021, the city has 2,407 residents, with 1,186 males and 1,221 females, per the Polish census.

- **What timezones does Pasym observe?**  
  It uses Central European Time (UTC+1) in standard time and Central European Summer Time (UTC+2) during daylight saving time.

- **What historical names has Pasym had?**  
  The city was previously known as Passenheim (German) and Пассенхайм (Russian).

- **What administrative divisions govern Pasym?**  
  It is part of Gmina Pasym and the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, with the TERC municipality code 2817044.

## Why It Matters
Pasym holds historical significance as a settlement founded in the 14th century, reflecting the complex cultural and territorial shifts of northeastern Poland. As a municipal seat, it plays a local administrative role and preserves heritage through documented names and symbols like its coat of arms. Its inclusion in archives such as the Herder Institute and identification in global gazetteers underscores its enduring presence in regional history.

## Notable For
- Founded in 1386, establishing centuries of continuous settlement.
- Bilingual heritage, with historical German and Russian names.
- Documented in multiple international registries (VIAF, GND, GeoNames).
- Unique administrative identifiers (TERC code 2817044, SIMC ID 0485813).
- Municipal symbols, including a coat of arms and flag, preserved on Wikimedia Commons.

## Body

### History
Pasym was founded in 1386 under the name Passenheim, reflecting its historical German ties. The city’s name evolved over time, also adopting the Russian variant Пассенхайм. Its founding predates the modern Polish state, situating it within the broader context of East Prussian and Polish history.

### Geography
The city spans 15.18 km² in northeastern Poland, at coordinates 53.6511° N, 20.7919° E. It falls within the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship, a region characterized by lakes and forests. Pasym observes Central European Time (UTC+1) and shifts to UTC+2 during daylight saving time.

### Demographics
As of the 2021 Polish census, Pasym has 2,407 residents, with a nearly equal gender split: 1,186 males and 1,221 females. This data is sourced from the Polish Central Statistical Office (GUS).

### Administration
Pasym serves as the administrative center of Gmina Pasym, a rural gmina (district). Its TERC municipality code is 2817044, and it uses the postal code 12-130. The city is distinct from the broader Gmina Pasym, as noted in its "different_from" property.

### Symbols and Documentation
The city’s coat of arms and flag are archived on Wikimedia Commons. Pasym is referenced in multiple international databases, including VIAF (145546303), GND (4208428-3), and GeoNames (762588). It also has a Library of Congress authority ID (n90612410) and a National Library of Israel J9U ID (987007565142705171).

### Cultural and Archival Context
Pasym is categorized under the Wikidata item Q1551807 and has a dedicated Wikipedia page in 25 languages, including Polish, English, and German. Its historical significance is recognized in the Herder Institute’s image archive and the *Historical Gazetteer (GOV) ID* PASEI2KO03JP.

### Technical Identifiers
The city’s SIMC place ID is 0485813, and it is linked to the ArchINFORM location ID 45769. Pasym is also associated with the FactGrid item "Sigmund Carl Castelbarco," though this connection requires further contextualization.

### Connectivity and Research
Pasym’s geographic and administrative data are accessible via the Polish Statistical Office’s API and global knowledge projects like Wikidata and GeoNames. Its inclusion in these platforms facilitates research into Polish municipal history and genealogy.

## References

1. archINFORM
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/042815617044-0485813?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/042815617044-0485813?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/042815617044-0485813?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
7. GeoNames
8. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)
9. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File