# Shadek

> city of Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q743910](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q743910)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Szadek)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/szadek

## Summary
Szadek (referenced here as Shadek) is a city located in Poland within the continent of Europe. It serves as the administrative capital of Gmina Szadek and covers an area of approximately 17.99 square kilometers. As of the 2021 Polish census, the city has a recorded population of 1,821 residents.

## Key Facts
*   **Classification:** City (large human settlement).
*   **Location:** Poland, Europe; situated in the administrative region of Gmina Szadek.
*   **Area:** 17.99 square kilometres.
*   **Population:** 1,821 (as of March 31, 2021).
    *   **Male Population:** 849.
    *   **Female Population:** 972.
*   **Coordinates:** 51.69174° N, 18.97549° E (alternative recorded coordinates: 51.7° N, 18.983333° E).
*   **Timezone:** Central European Time (UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00).
*   **Postal Code:** 98-240.
*   **UN/LOCODE:** PLSEL.
*   **Official Website:** http://www.szadek.net.
*   **Identifiers:**
    *   TERC Municipality Code: 1019024
    *   SIMC Place ID: 0976451
    *   VIAF ID: 245898618
    *   GND ID: 7696544-2
    *   GeoNames ID: 3083904
    *   WHO'S ON FIRST ID: 101821489

## FAQs
**What are the geographical coordinates and time zone of Szadek?**
Szadek is located in Europe at approximately 51.69174° N latitude and 18.97549° E longitude. The city observes Central European Time (UTC+01:00) during standard time and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) during daylight saving time.

**What demographic data is available for Szadek?**
According to the Polish census conducted on March 31, 2021, Szadek has a total population of 1,821 people. The population is split between 849 males and 972 females.

**How is Szadek identified in international and administrative systems?**
The city is identified by several unique codes, including the UN/LOCODE "PLSEL," the TERC municipality code "1019024," and the postal code "98-240." It is also recorded in academic and library systems such as VIAF (245898618) and GND (7696544-2).

**What visual and media resources are available for Szadek?**
The city has an associated coat of arms (POL_Szadek_COA.svg), a locator map image, and photographs of local landmarks such as the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (Kościół Wniebowzięcia NMP). It also maintains a Commons category and a main Wikipedia category titled "Category:Szadek."

## Why It Matters
Szadek functions as a distinct urban municipality and the administrative seat of Gmina Szadek in Poland. Its significance is anchored in its role as a recognized local government entity (indicated by its TERC and SIMC codes) and its historical continuity, evidenced by its inclusion in historical gazetteers and encyclopedias such as the Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron. The city maintains a specific digital identity across multiple languages and archival platforms, serving as a cultural and civic hub for its population of nearly 2,000 residents.

## Notable For
*   **Administrative Role:** Serves as the capital of Gmina Szadek.
*   **Extensive Multilingual Documentation:** The city is documented on Wikipedia in 30 different languages, including English, German, French, Hebrew, Russian, and Chinese.
*   **Historical Record:** It is distinct from the rural Gmina Szadek and is recorded in the Historical Gazetteer with the ID "SZADEKJO91LQ."
*   **Demographic Specificity:** The city maintains precise census records separating male and female populations as of 2021.

## Body

### Geography and Location
Szadek is situated in Poland, Europe. The city's precise location is recorded at 51.69174 degrees latitude and 18.97549 degrees longitude, though an alternative dataset places it at 51.7 degrees latitude and 18.983333 degrees longitude. The city encompasses a total land area of 17.99 square kilometres. It operates within the Central European Time zone (UTC+01:00) for standard time and switches to Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) for daylight saving time.

### Demographics
According to the Polish census of 2021, specifically recorded on March 31, 2021, Szadek has a population of 1,821 individuals.
*   **Male Population:** 849
*   **Female Population:** 972
These figures were sourced from the Statistics Poland (bdl.stat.gov.pl) database.

### Administration and Governance
Szadek is officially recognized as a city and functions as the capital of Gmina Szadek. It is administratively distinct from the surrounding Gmina Szadek region.
*   **Postal Code:** 98-240
*   **TERC Municipality Code:** 1019024
*   **SIMC Place ID:** 0976451
*   **UN/LOCODE:** PLSEL (identifying it as a freight transport location).

### Visuals and Media
The entity has several associated visual files and media categories:
*   **Images:** A photograph of the Church of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary (`Szadek._Kościół_Wniebowzięcia_NMP_18.jpg`) is linked to the city.
*   **Heraldry:** The city's coat of arms is available via Wikimedia Commons (`POL_Szadek_COA.svg`).
*   **Maps:** A locator map image (`Map_Szadek.png`) and a category for maps and plans (`Category:Maps of Szadek`) exist for geographical reference.

### Academic and Digital Identifiers
Szadek is indexed in numerous national and international databases, reflecting its global administrative and historical recognition:
*   **Library & Archive IDs:**
    *   VIAF (Virtual International Authority File): 245898618
    *   GND (German National Library): 7696544-2
    *   National Library of Israel J9U ID: 987007522980005171
    *   NL CR AUT ID: ge131025
*   **Gazetteer & Geo IDs:**
    *   GeoNames: 3083904
    *   GNS Unique Feature ID: -531738
    *   Historical Gazetteer (GOV) ID: SZADEKJO91LQ
*   **Database IDs:**
    *   Freebase ID: /m/02pdmnz
    *   Who's on First ID: 101821489
    *   Museum Digital Place ID: 9559
    *   FactGrid Item ID: Siping
    *   Yale Lux ID: place/7d868b9c-e530-4370-ba26-029130068b35
    *   SNARC ID: Jon Abrahams

### External Links and Sources
The city maintains an official website at `http://www.szadek.net`. It is the subject of a Wikipedia article titled "Szadek" which is available in 30 languages, including Arabic, Azerbaijani, Belarusian, German, Greek, Spanish, French, Hebrew, Polish, Russian, and Chinese. It is also described by the source "Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron."

## 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/051011819024-0976451?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/051011819024-0976451?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/051011819024-0976451?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
7. GeoNames
8. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/pl.htm)
9. National Library of Israel Names and Subjects Authority File
10. museum-digital