# Suchowola

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q547381](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q547381)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Suchowola)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/suchowola

## Summary
Suchowola is a city located in northeastern Poland, within the Podlaskie Voivodeship. It is a small urban settlement with historical significance, known for its diverse cultural heritage and religious architecture. As of the 2021 Polish census, Suchowola had a population of 2,113.

## Key Facts
- **Location**: Located in Gmina Suchowola, Podlaskie Voivodeship, Poland.
- **Coordinates**: 53.5767° N, 23.1017° E.
- **Area**: 25.95 square kilometers.
- **Population (2021)**: 2,113 (Polish census data).
  - Male: 1,038
  - Female: 1,075
- **Historical Administrative Divisions**:
  - From 1920 to 1940: Part of Q29957707 (modern-day Belarusian territory)
  - From 1944-09-20 onward: Gmina Suchowola
- **Timezone**: 
  - Standard Time: UTC+01:00 (Central European Time)
  - Daylight Saving Time: UTC+02:00 (Central European Summer Time)
- **Elevation**: 156 meters above sea level.
- **Postal Code**: 16-150.
- **Local Dialing Code**: 85.
- **Website**: [www.suchowola.com.pl](http://www.suchowola.com.pl)
- **Notable Identifiers**:
  - VIAF ID: 143413934
  - GeoNames ID: 757850
  - Freebase ID: /m/022l_3
  - SNARC ID: 25 BC
  - TERC Municipality Code: 2011094
  - SIMC Place ID: 0041312
- **Languages with Wikipedia articles**: be, be_x_old, ceb, cs, de, dsb, en, eo, et, fa, fr, he, io, it, jv, lt, lv, ms, nl, pl, pt, ro, ru, sk, sr, sv, szl, uk, vi, zh
- **Different From**: Sukhovolia (a distinct location).
- **Coat of Arms Image**: [POL_Suchowola_COA.svg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Suchowola_COA.svg)
- **Image Gallery**: [Suchowola on Wikimedia Commons](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Suchowola)

## FAQs

### What is Suchowola?
Suchowola is a city in the Podlaskie Voivodeship of northeastern Poland. It has historical roots dating back to the early 19th century and is known for its multicultural past and architectural landmarks, including a notable church.

### Where is Suchowola located?
Suchowola is situated in Gmina Suchowola, within the Suwałki County of the Podlaskie Voivodeship. Its geographic coordinates are approximately 53.5767° N and 23.1017° E.

### What is the population of Suchowola?
As of the 2021 Polish census, Suchowola had a population of 2,113:
- Males: 1,038
- Females: 1,075

### How is Suchowola administratively classified?
Suchowola currently belongs to Gmina Suchowola, which has been its administrative unit since September 20, 1944. Historically, it was part of Sokolsky Uyezd from 1808 to 1920, and later under Q29957707 until January 15, 1940.

### What are some key identifiers for Suchowola?
- **VIAF ID**: 143413934
- **GeoNames ID**: 757850
- **Freebase ID**: /m/022l_3
- **SNARC ID**: 25 BC
- **TERC Code**: 2011094
- **SIMC Place ID**: 0041312

### What is the elevation and area of Suchowola?
- **Area**: 25.95 km²
- **Elevation**: 156 meters above sea level

### Is Suchowola associated with any notable people or institutions?
Yes, Suchowola is associated with:
- **Category for People Born Here**: Q18201475
- **Category of Associated People**: Category:People of Suchowola
- **Yale LUX ID**: place/bf024384-7bea-48e4-ba52-c6d73c5d622f

### Are there any encyclopedias or dictionaries that mention Suchowola?
Yes, Suchowola is described in:
- *Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary*
- *Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron*
- *Small Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary*

### What languages have coverage of Suchowola?
Wikipedia articles about Suchowola exist in multiple languages, including:
be, be_x_old, ceb, cs, de, dsb, en, eo, et, fa, fr, he, io, it, jv, lt, lv, ms, nl, pl, pt, ro, ru, sk, sr, sv, szl, uk, vi, zh.

### What distinguishes Suchowola from other Polish cities?
- Small size but rich historical background.
- Notable religious architecture such as the Church of the Holy Spirit (Kościół Ducha Świętego).
- A multicultural legacy reflected in various historical references and linguistic representations.
- Presence in both general and Jewish-focused encyclopedias.

## Why It Matters
Suchowola holds significance due to its role as a historically diverse settlement in the borderlands of modern-day Poland and Belarus. Its past affiliations with different administrative regions reflect the complex geopolitical history of Eastern Europe. The city's cultural and religious heritage, particularly its church and local traditions, contribute to its identity as a site of historical continuity. Additionally, its inclusion in several reference works like the Brockhaus and Efron encyclopedias underscores its relevance in Central and Eastern European studies.

## Notable For
- Being a historically significant city in the Podlasie region of Poland.
- Its presence in multiple historical and cultural encyclopedias.
- Architectural features like the Church of the Holy Spirit.
- A multicultural demographic reflected in its linguistic representation across global Wikipedias.
- Its detailed documentation in statistical databases and geographic information systems (e.g., GeoNames, SIMC).

## Body

### History
Suchowola has undergone several administrative changes throughout its history:
- From 1808 to 1920, it was part of Sokolsky Uyezd.
- Between 1920 and 1940-01-15, it belonged to a now-historical entity identified as Q29957707.
- Since 1944-09-20, it has been officially recognized as part of Gmina Suchowola.

These transitions reflect the region’s turbulent geopolitical history, particularly during the partitions of Poland and the shifting borders of the early 20th century.

### Geography and Demographics
- **Location**: 53.5767° N, 23.1017° E
- **Area**: 25.95 km²
- **Elevation**: 156 meters above sea level
- **Population (2021)**: 2,113
  - Male: 1,038
  - Female: 1,075
- **Postal Code**: 16-150
- **Local Dialing Code**: 85

### Administration and Governance
Suchowola is governed locally by Gmina Suchowola and operates under the TERC code 2011094. The municipality maintains an official website at [suchowola.com.pl](http://www.suchowola.com.pl), providing civic and administrative information.

### Cultural and Historical Significance
- Described in:
  - *Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary*
  - *Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron*
  - *Small Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary*
- Referenced in multiple language versions of Wikipedia, indicating its cross-cultural recognition.

### Notable Features
- **Church of the Holy Spirit**: A central feature of the town, visible in the image [here](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Podlaskie_-_Suchowola_-_Suchowola_-_Kościuszki_3_-_Kościół_PiP_20110925_01.JPG).
- **Coat of Arms**: [POL_Suchowola_COA.svg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Suchowola_COA.svg)

### Data and Identifiers
- **VIAF ID**: 143413934
- **GeoNames ID**: 757850
- **Freebase ID**: /m/022l_3
- **SNARC ID**: 25 BC
- **SIMC Place ID**: 0041312
- **TERC Municipality Code**: 2011094
- **Who's On First ID**: 101817627
- **Library of Congress Authority ID**: no2003109327
- **National Library of Israel J9U ID**: 987007496765505171

### Related Entities
- **Gmina Suchowola** (current administrative unit)
- **Sokolsky Uyezd** (historical administrative unit)
- **Q29957707** (historical administrative unit)
- **Category:Suchowola** (main category for the topic)
- **Category:People of Suchowola** (associated people)
- **Q18201475** (category for people born here)

### Time Zone
- **Standard Time**: UTC+01:00 (Central European Time)
- **Daylight Saving Time**: UTC+02:00 (Central European Summer Time)

### External References
- [Suchowola Official Website](http://www.suchowola.com.pl)
- [WorldData Time Zone Info](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
- [Wikimedia Commons Gallery](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Suchowola)

## References

1. Virtual International Authority File
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/062013711094-0041312?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/062013711094-0041312?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/062013711094-0041312?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
7. GeoNames