# Pruchnik

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q2114405](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2114405)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pruchnik)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/pruchnik

## Summary
Pruchnik is a city in Poland located in Gmina Pruchnik with a population of approximately 3,621 people as of 2024, according to estimates. It has a postal code of 37-560 and uses the license plate code RJA.

## Key Facts
- Instance of: city
- Country: Poland
- Located in: Gmina Pruchnik
- Postal code: 37-560
- License plate code: RJA
- Population: 3636 (2021 census), 3621 (2024 estimation)
- Male population: 1797 (2021 census)
- Female population: 1839 (2021 census)
- Coordinates: 49.906111111111, 22.516111111111
- Timezone: UTC+01:00 (standard), UTC+02:00 (daylight saving)
- Wikidata ID: Q1551807
- Freebase ID: /m/04jdvcd
- Geonames ID: 761255
- Terc municipality code: 1804074
- Sitelink count: 23
- Wikipedia languages: multiple languages including be, bg, ceb, cs, de, dsb, en, et, fa, fr, he, lv, ms, nl, pl, pt, simple, sr, szl, uk, vi, zh

## FAQs
- **What is the population of Pruchnik?** Pruchnik has a population of 3,636 people according to the 2021 Polish census and an estimated 3,621 people as of 2024.
- **Where is Pruchnik located?** Pruchnik is situated in Gmina Pruchnik, Poland, with coordinates at 49.906111111111 latitude and 22.516111111111 longitude.
- **What is the postal code for Pruchnik?** The postal code for Pruchnik is 37-560.
- **What is the license plate code for Pruchnik?** The license plate code for Pruchnik is RJA.
- **What is the timezone in Pruchnik?** Pruchnik observes Central European Time (UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00).
- **What languages are supported on Wikipedia for Pruchnik?** Wikipedia provides information about Pruchnik in 24 different languages including Polish, English, German, and others.

## Why It Matters
Pruchnik serves as a local administrative center within Gmina Pruchnik and represents a typical small Polish town. Its significance lies in its role as a community hub for the surrounding rural area, providing essential services and infrastructure to approximately 3,621 residents. The city's demographic data from the 2021 census and subsequent estimates help understand population trends in rural Poland. Its inclusion in various databases and reference systems (like Wikidata, Geonames, and Wikipedia) indicates its recognition as an official urban settlement with administrative importance.

## Notable For
- Distinctive administrative classification as a city within Gmina Pruchnik
- Historical population data showing slight fluctuations over time
- Gender demographic breakdown with slightly more females than males
- Multiple official identifiers across different reference systems
- Presence of local governance infrastructure including a town hall (implied by the market square image reference)
- Recognition in multiple international reference databases

## Body
### General Information
Pruchnik is a city located in Poland, specifically within the administrative boundaries of Gmina Pruchnik. The city serves as a local urban center for the surrounding rural area, providing essential services and infrastructure to approximately 3,621 residents as of 2024 estimates. According to the 2021 Polish census, the population was recorded at 3,636 individuals.

### Demographics and Population
The population of Pruchnik has been documented through multiple sources. The 2021 Polish census recorded a total population of 3,636 residents, with a male population of 1,797 and a female population of 1,839. This represents a slight gender imbalance with more females than males. As of 2024, an estimation places the population at 3,621 individuals, indicating a minor decrease from the census figure.

### Geographic and Administrative Details
Pruchnik is situated at coordinates 49.906111111111 latitude and 22.516111111111 longitude. The city uses the postal code 37-560 and the license plate code RJA for vehicle registration. It falls within the administrative jurisdiction of Gmina Pruchnik, with the terc municipality code being 1804074. The city is part of the larger administrative structure of Poland, specifically in the region corresponding to its geographic coordinates.

### Timezone and Regional Context
Pruchnik operates under two time zones: standard time at UTC+01:00 and daylight saving time at UTC+02:00. This aligns with Poland's participation in Central European Time zones. The city's time zone information is referenced from sources including worlddata.info, indicating adherence to standard European timekeeping practices.

### Visual and Cultural Representations
The city has several visual representations documented in the source material. An image of the market square (Rynek) is available, showing what appears to be a town hall or municipal building. The city's flag and coat of arms are also represented through Wikimedia Commons images, indicating official municipal symbols. These visual elements help identify the city's urban landscape and administrative identity.

### Identifiers and References
Pruchnik is referenced through multiple international identification systems:
- Wikidata ID: Q1551807
- Freebase ID: /m/04jdvcd
- Geonames ID: 761255
- OpenStreetMap node ID: 366341106
- OpenWeatherMap city ID: 761255
- Various other identifiers including Simc place ID (0608316), NL CR AUT ID (ge681446), and factgrid item ID (Chycza-Brzóstki)

### Language and Information Access
Wikipedia provides information about Pruchnik in 24 different languages, including Polish, English, German, French, and others. The city has a website available at http://www.pruchnik.com.pl, which appears to be in Polish. This multilingual representation indicates the city's recognition and documentation across various international platforms.

### Categories and Classification
Pruchnik is categorized under several Wikimedia and library classification systems:
- Category:Pruchnik (main category)
- Category:Births in Pruchnik (for individuals born in the city)
- Category:People of Pruchnik (for notable individuals associated with the city)
These categorizations help organize information about the city and its residents across different knowledge domains.

### Administrative Relationships
Pruchnik is distinct from the surrounding Gmina Pruchnik, which is the larger administrative unit containing the city. The city serves as a significant urban center within this rural administrative district. The relationship between the city and the gmina is clearly defined in the administrative structure of Poland's local government system.

### Time and Reference Data
The population data includes specific reference points:
- The 2021 census data is referenced from the Polish Statistics Office (Bureau of Statistics) with a publication date of 2022-10-07
- The 2024 estimation is referenced from polskawliczbach.pl with a point in time of 2024-12-31
These references provide verifiable sources for the population figures.

### Technical and Reference Information
The city has various technical identifiers used in different information systems:
- Sitelink count: 23 (indicating the number of Wikipedia articles linking to Pruchnik)
- GNS unique feature ID: -523818
- Library of Congress authority ID: no2013024635
- National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987009464389005171
These identifiers help in cross-referencing and referencing the city across different knowledge repositories.

## References

1. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
2. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
3. Czech National Authority Database
4. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/061813404074-0608316?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://www.polskawliczbach.pl/Pruchnik)
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/061813404074-0608316?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
7. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/061813404074-0608316?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
8. GeoNames