# Pelplin

> city in Poland, in the Pomeranian Voivodeship

**Wikidata**: [Q1027142](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1027142)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pelplin)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/pelplin

## Summary
Pelplin is a city located in northern Poland, within the Pomeranian Voivodeship. It is part of the Gmina Pelplin administrative district and had a population of 7,456 as of the 2021 Polish census. The city is recognized as a tourist destination, known for landmarks such as the Pelplin Cathedral.

## Key Facts
- **Location:** Pelplin is a city in Poland, situated within the Pomeranian Voivodeship.
- **Administrative Unit:** It is located in the Gmina Pelplin.
- **Population:** The total population was 7,456 according to the Polish census conducted on March 31, 2021.
- **Demographics:** As of the 2021 census, the male population was 3,703 and the female population was 3,753.
- **Area:** The city covers an area of 4.45 square kilometers.
- **Geographic Coordinates:** Latitude: 53.926111111111, Longitude: 18.701111111111.
- **Time Zone:** Observes Central European Time (UTC+01:00) as standard time and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) during daylight saving time.
- **Country:** Poland.
- **Continent:** Europe.
- **Instance Of:** Classified as both a city and a tourist destination.
- **Postal Code:** 83-130.
- **Official Name:** Pelplin.
- **Native Label:** "Pelplin", with the pronunciation "pɛlplʲin".
- **Alias:** Also known as "Pôłplëno".
- **UN/LOCODE:** PLPEL.
- **TERC Municipality Code:** 2214044.
- **SIMC Place ID:** 0934599.
- **Twinned Administrative Body:** The city is twinned with Colletorto.
- **Website:** Official website is http://pelplin.pl.

## FAQs
**Where is Pelplin located?**
Pelplin is a city in northern Poland, part of the Pomeranian Voivodeship. It is situated within the administrative district of Gmina Pelplin.

**What is the population of Pelplin?**
According to the 2021 Polish census, Pelplin had a total population of 7,456 residents. This included 3,703 males and 3,753 females.

**What are some key identifiers for Pelplin?**
The city has several official identifiers, including the postal code 83-130, the UN/LOCODE PLPEL, and the TERC municipality code 2214044. It is also known by the alias "Pôłplëno".

## Why It Matters
Pelplin serves as an important local administrative and cultural center within the Pomeranian region of Poland. Its designation as a tourist destination highlights its cultural and historical significance, attracting visitors to its notable sites. The city's detailed demographic and geographic data makes it a defined entity for statistical, administrative, and research purposes.

## Notable For
- Hosting a significant historical and religious site, the Pelplin Cathedral.
- Being formally twinned with the Italian municipality of Colletorto.
- Having a precisely documented population and demographic breakdown from the 2021 national census.

## Body
### Geography and Administration
Pelplin is situated in the Pomeranian Voivodeship in northern Poland. It lies within the administrative boundaries of Gmina Pelplin. The city's geographic coordinates are 53.926111111111 degrees latitude and 18.701111111111 degrees longitude. It covers a land area of 4.45 square kilometers.

### Demographics
The most recent official population data comes from the Polish census of 2021. As of March 31, 2021, Pelplin's total population was 7,456. The census provided a detailed gender breakdown, recording 3,703 male residents and 3,753 female residents. The determination method for these figures was the official Polish census.

### Official Identifiers and Classification
Pelplin is officially classified as a city and a tourist destination. Its official name is "Pelplin", with a native pronunciation of "pɛlplʲin". An alternative name or alias for the city is "Pôłplëno". Key administrative codes include the Polish SIMC place identifier 0934599 and the TERC municipality code 2214044. The city's UN/LOCODE is PLPEL, and its postal code is 83-130.

### International Relations
Pelplin maintains an international partnership; it is twinned with the administrative body of Colletorto.

### Digital and Cultural Representation
The city maintains an official website at `pelplin.pl`. It is represented online by various identifiers, including:
- **GND ID:** 4432181-8
- **VIAF ID:** 140900753
- **Geonames ID:** 3089282
- **Freebase ID:** /m/0c2pny
- **Who's on First ID:** 101817633
- **NL CR AUT ID:** ge586852 (with the associated name "Pelplin (Polsko)")
- **National Library of Israel J9U ID:** 987007535829705171

Visual symbols of the city include an official flag image (`POL_Pelplin_flag.svg`) and a coat of arms image (`POL_Pelplin_COA.svg`), both officially adopted on October 9, 2018. A prominent image associated with the city is the `Katedra_Pelplińska_2.JPG`.

### Timekeeping
Pelplin operates on Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+01:00 during standard time. It switches to Central European Summer Time (CEST), UTC+02:00, during the daylight saving period.

### Wikipedia Coverage
The entity "Pelplin" has a Wikipedia title across multiple languages, including azb, be, ceb, commons, csb, da, de, dsb, en, eo, et, fa, fr, it, jv, lv, ms, nl, pl, pt, ro, ru, sk, sr, szl, th, uk, vi, and zh. The main Wikimedia Commons category for the topic is Category:Pelplin.

## References

1. [Source](https://bip.pelplin.pl/m,701,statut-gminy.html)
2. Virtual International Authority File
3. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
4. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
5. Czech National Authority Database
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/042214214044-0934599?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
7. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/042214214044-0934599?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
8. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/042214214044-0934599?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
9. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/pl.htm)
10. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File