# Tash-Kömür

> town in Kyrgyzstan

**Wikidata**: [Q2283488](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2283488)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tash-Kömür)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/tash-komur

## Summary  
Tash-Kömür is a town in Kyrgyzstan located in the Jalal-Abad Region, with a population of 19,310 as of 2009. It is classified as a city and serves as a notable human settlement in the country.  

## Key Facts  
- **Instance of**: City (large human settlement).  
- **Country**: Kyrgyzstan.  
- **Located in**: Jalal-Abad Region.  
- **Aliases**: Tashkömür, Tasch-Kumyr.  
- **Coordinates**: 41.35° N, 72.2167° E (source: Wikipedia) and 41.34612° N, 72.21707° E (source: Wikidata).  
- **Elevation**: 585 metres above sea level.  
- **Area**: 47 square kilometres.  
- **Population**:  
  - 3,198 (1939)  
  - 13,755 (1959)  
  - 15,619 (1970)  
  - 15,884 (1979)  
  - 23,307 (1989)  
  - 23,331 (1999)  
  - 19,310 (2009, preferred).  
- **Identifiers**:  
  - SNAC ID: 1544.  
  - GeoNames ID: 1527260.  
  - OpenStreetMap Node ID: 271351004.  
  - GNS Unique Feature ID: -2332955.  
  - Freebase ID: /m/026m66s.  
  - Who's on First ID: 421179999.  
- **Wikipedia Title**: "Tash-Kömür" (available in 29 languages, including English, Russian, and Turkish).  
- **Category for People Born Here**: Q20079650.  

## FAQs  
- **Where is Tash-Kömür located?**  
  It is situated in the Jalal-Abad Region of Kyrgyzstan, at coordinates 41.35° N, 72.2167° E.  

- **What is the population of Tash-Kömür?**  
  The population was 19,310 in 2009, down from a peak of 23,331 in 1999. Historical data shows growth from 3,198 in 1939 to 23,307 by 1989.  

- **What are alternate names for Tash-Kömür?**  
  The town is also known as Tashkömür and Tasch-Kumyr.  

- **What is the elevation and size of Tash-Kömür?**  
  It has an elevation of 585 metres and covers 47 square kilometres.  

- **Is Tash-Kömür documented in multiple languages?**  
  Yes, its Wikipedia page is available in 29 languages, including English, Russian, and Turkish.  

## Why It Matters  
Tash-Kömür is significant as a municipal center in the Jalal-Abad Region of Kyrgyzstan, reflecting regional demographic and administrative dynamics. Its population fluctuations between 1939 and 2009 highlight broader socioeconomic trends in Kyrgyzstan, including urbanization and post-Soviet transitions. The town’s documentation across multiple languages and platforms underscores its recognition in global geographical and cultural contexts.  

## Notable For  
- **Multilingual Documentation**: Featured in 29 Wikipedia languages, indicating international recognition.  
- **Population Growth**: Experienced significant growth from 3,198 (1939) to 23,307 (1989), followed by a decline to 19,310 (2009).  
- **Geographic Specificity**: Precise coordinates and elevation (585m) distinguish it from similarly named settlements.  
- **Administrative Role**: Serves as a notable town in the Jalal-Abad Region.  

## Body  

### Geography & Location  
Tash-Kömür is located in the Jalal-Abad Region of Kyrgyzstan at coordinates 41.35° N, 72.2167° E (per Wikipedia) and 41.34612° N, 72.21707° E (per Wikidata). The town spans 47 square kilometres and has an elevation of 585 metres above sea level.  

### Demographics  
The population of Tash-Kömür has fluctuated significantly over time:  
- 3,198 (1939)  
- 13,755 (1959)  
- 15,619 (1970)  
- 15,884 (1979)  
- 23,307 (1989)  
- 23,331 (1999)  
- 19,310 (2009, most recent data).  

### Administration & Classification  
As a city (instance of "city" per Wikidata), Tash-Kömür is part of the Jalal-Abad Region. It is categorized under "town in Kyrgyzstan" and has a dedicated Wikipedia main category: **Category:Tash-Kömür**.  

### Identifiers & References  
Key identifiers include:  
- **SNAC ID**: 1544  
- **GeoNames ID**: 1527260  
- **OpenStreetMap Node ID**: 271351004  
- **GNS Unique Feature ID**: -2332955  
- **Freebase ID**: /m/026m66s  
- **Who's on First ID**: 421179999  

### Media & Documentation  
An image of the town is available at [https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Tash_Komur.jpg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Tash_Komur.jpg), captioned "Vue de la ville de Tachkoumyr à partir du mont du Crocodile." The town is documented in 29 Wikipedia languages, including English, Russian, and Turkish.  

### Related Categories  
People born in Tash-Kömür are categorized under **Q20079650**. The town’s Wikipedia page is titled "Tash-Kömür" and linked to multilingual sitelinks (e.g., Azerbaijani, German, French).  

### Historical Context  
Population data from 1939 to 2009 reflects broader historical shifts, including Soviet-era industrialization and post-independence demographic changes. The town’s peak population in 1989 (23,307) and subsequent decline by 2009 (19,310) may correlate with regional economic transitions.

## References

1. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
2. 1939 Soviet census
3. 1959 Soviet census
4. 1970 Soviet census
5. 1979 Soviet census
6. 1989 Soviet census
7. 1999 census of Kyrgyzstan
8. census of Kyrgyzstan 2009
9. GeoNames