# Rezina

> town in Moldova

**Wikidata**: [Q2281181](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2281181)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rezina)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/rezina

## Summary
Rezina is a city in Moldova, serving as the capital of Rezina District, with a population of approximately 9,380 residents as of the 2024 census and located in the country's historical administrative regions that have changed over time.

## Key Facts
- Instance of: city [class] with sitelink_count of 30
- Country: Moldova (since 1991-08-27), previously part of Soviet Union, Kingdom of Romania, and other historical entities
- Population: 9,380 (2024 census), 11,032 (2014 census)
- Male population: 4,480, female population: 4,900 (both from 2024 census)
- Postal code: MD-5400
- Local dialing code: 254
- Coordinates: 47.749166666667 latitude, 28.962222222222 longitude
- Capital of: Rezina District (since 1944-09-12)
- Located in: Rezina District (since 1944-09-12), historically part of Orhei County and Bessarabia Governorate
- Website: http://primaria-rezina.md
- Time of earliest written record: 1495-02-05
- Native label: Rezina
- Wikipedia available in multiple languages including ba, be, bg, ceb, crh, de, en, es, et, fi, fr, he, hsb, it, kk, ko, lt, nl, nn, pl, pnb, ro, ru, sah, sr, sv, uk, zh
- Flag and coat of arms images available

## FAQs
- What is the population of Rezina according to the 2024 census?  
  Rezina had a population of 9,380 residents as of the 2024 census, with 4,480 males and 4,900 females.

- What is the postal code for Rezina?  
  The postal code for Rezina is MD-5400.

- What is the local dialing code for Rezina?  
  The local dialing code for Rezina is 254.

- When was Rezina first recorded in written documents?  
  Rezina has the earliest written record dating back to February 5, 1495.

- What district is Rezina the capital of?  
  Rezina serves as the capital of Rezina District since September 12, 1944.

- What is the official website for Rezina?  
  The official website for Rezina is http://primaria-rezina.md.

## Why It Matters
Rezina holds significance as the administrative center of Rezina District, playing a crucial role in local governance and serving as a hub for the surrounding region. Its historical evolution through various administrative periods reflects the complex political history of the area, particularly its transitions between different states and entities over the centuries. As the capital of the district, it functions as the center for local government services, economic activities, and community administration.

## Notable For
- Being the capital of Rezina District since 1944
- Having historical records dating back to 1495
- Serving as an administrative center with its own local government (primaria-rezina.md)
- Maintaining distinct local identity with its own flag and coat of arms
- Being part of Moldova's administrative structure with specific postal and dialing codes

## Body
### History
Rezina has a complex historical background with administrative changes spanning multiple centuries. The town's earliest written record dates back to February 5, 1495. Throughout its history, it has been part of various entities including the Principality of Moldavia, Russian Empire, Russian Republic, Moldavian Democratic Republic, Kingdom of Romania, and Soviet Union before becoming part of independent Moldova in 1991.

The administrative status of Rezina has changed multiple times:
- From 1918-1937: part of Orhei County
- From 1937-1940: part of Bessarabia Governorate
- From 1940-1941: part of Soviet Union
- From 1941-1944: part of Kingdom of Romania
- From 1944 onwards: part of Soviet Union and later independent Moldova

### Administrative Information
Rezina serves as the capital of Rezina District, which was established on September 12, 1944. The town has its own local government website at http://primaria-rezina.md. It operates under the postal code MD-5400 and local dialing code 254.

### Demographics
According to the 2024 census, Rezina had a population of 9,380 residents, consisting of 4,480 males and 4,900 females. The 2014 census recorded a population of 11,032 residents. The town's population has been documented through official census data, with the most recent comprehensive data from 2024.

### Geographic and Cultural Information
Geographically, Rezina is situated at coordinates 47.749166666667 latitude and 28.962222222222 longitude. The town is visually represented in aerial photographs showing its position relative to neighboring settlements like Râbnița, Ciorna, and Boșernița.

Cultural elements include:
- A flag with specific design elements
- A coat of arms with historical significance
- Representation in multiple Wikipedia languages including Romanian, Russian, Ukrainian, and others

### Infrastructure and Resources
The town maintains its own administrative infrastructure with a local government website and official communication channels. It has been documented in various encyclopedic sources including the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and the Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron.

### Administrative Classification
As a city, Rezina is classified under the "city" category with a sitelink count of 30 across various online platforms. It has been identified by multiple identifiers including Freebase ID (/m/0gmfgx), Geonames ID (617502), and OpenWeatherMap city ID (617502).

### Historical Documentation
The earliest written record of Rezina dates back to 1495, providing historical continuity for the town. This documentation has been preserved in various historical sources and is referenced in modern encyclopedic entries.

## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
2. 2014 Moldovan census
3. 2024 Moldovan census. 2025
4. Q113255704
5. GeoNames
6. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File
7. CUATM