# Tykocin > city of Poland **Wikidata**: [Q941451](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q941451) **Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tykocin) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/tykocin ## Summary Tykocin is a city located in northeastern Poland, within the Podlaskie Voivodeship. It is the administrative seat of Gmina Tykocin and has a population of approximately 1,917 as of the 2021 Polish census. The city is historically significant and features a range of cultural and architectural landmarks. ## Key Facts - **Country**: Poland - **Continent**: Europe - **Timezone**: Central European Time (CET, UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+02:00) - **Coordinates**: 53.2° N, 22.783333° E - **Population (2021)**: 1,917 (924 male, 993 female) - **Population (2018)**: 1,980 - **Capital of**: Gmina Tykocin - **Located in**: Gmina Tykocin (since 1951), formerly in Podlaskie Voivodeship (until 1795) - **Postal Code**: 16-080 - **UN/LOCODE**: PLTYK - **Instance of**: City - **Geonames ID**: 756484 - **Freebase ID**: /m/022m05 - **VIAF ID**: 133864264 - **GND ID**: 4494621-1 - **Hashtag**: #tykocin - **Website**: [https://umtykocin.pl/](https://umtykocin.pl/) - **Flag Image**: [POL_Tykocin_flag.svg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Tykocin_flag.svg) - **Coat of Arms Image**: [POL_Tykocin_COA.svg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Tykocin_COA.svg) - **Page Banner**: [Tykocin_banner.jpg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Tykocin_banner.jpg) - **Image**: [Tykocin_z_lotu_ptaka.jpg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Tykocin_z_lotu_ptaka.jpg) - **Locator Map**: [Map of Poland - Tykocin](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Grafika_Map_of_Poland_-_Tykocin.png) - **Commons Gallery**: [Tykocin](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:Tykocin) - **Wikipedia Languages**: 36 languages including: English, German, French, Russian, Ukrainian, Hebrew, and more - **Notable Historical References**: Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary, Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron - **OpenStreetMap Relation ID**: 3092530 - **OpenWeatherMap City ID**: 756484, 7533500 - **Teryt Municipality Code**: 2002124 - **SNARC ID**: capacitor - **Yale LUX ID**: place/8fc622c8-e474-4fed-b798-a07541eef822 - **Category for People Born Here**: Category:Births in Tykocin - **Category of Associated People**: Category:People from Tykocin - **Category for People Who Died Here**: Q32487201 - **YouTube Video IDs**: UslmrSXNhzo, 55mdpjEe47o - **Different From**: Gmina Tykocin - **Historical Gazetteer (GOV) ID**: object_1073316 - **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n97014241 - **National Library of Israel J9U ID**: 987007540406605171 - **Visuotinė Lietuvių Enciklopedija ID**: tykocin - **YIVO Encyclopedia ID**: Tykocin ## FAQs ### What is Tykocin? Tykocin is a city in northeastern Poland, located in the Podlaskie Voivodeship. It is known for its historical significance, small population, and cultural heritage. ### What is the population of Tykocin? As of the 2021 Polish census, Tykocin had a population of 1,917, with 924 males and 993 females. ### Where is Tykocin located? Tykocin is located in the Gmina Tykocin, Podlaskie Voivodeship, Poland. It has been part of this gmina since 1951. ### What is the official website for Tykocin? The official website for Tykocin is [https://umtykocin.pl/](https://umtykocin.pl/). ### What are the coordinates of Tykocin? Tykocin is located at 53.2° N and 22.783333° E. ### What languages is Tykocin documented in? Tykocin is documented in 36 languages, including English, German, French, Russian, Hebrew, and Ukrainian. ### What is the timezone of Tykocin? Tykocin follows Central European Time (CET, UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (CEST, UTC+02:00). ### What is the postal code of Tykocin? The postal code for Tykocin is 16-080. ### What is the administrative status of Tykocin? Tykocin is the capital of Gmina Tykocin. ### What is the significance of Tykocin? Tykocin is historically significant and features a range of cultural and architectural landmarks. It is also mentioned in historical encyclopedias like the Brockhaus and Efron series. ### What is the UN/LOCODE for Tykocin? The UN/LOCODE for Tykocin is PLTYK. ### What is the OpenStreetMap Relation ID for Tykocin? The OpenStreetMap Relation ID for Tykocin is 3092530. ### What is the OpenWeatherMap City ID for Tykocin? The OpenWeatherMap City IDs for Tykocin are 756484 and 7533500. ### What is the TERYT Municipality Code for Tykocin? The TERYT Municipality Code for Tykocin is 2002124. ### What is the SNARC ID for Tykocin? The SNARC ID for Tykocin is "capacitor". ### What is the Yale LUX ID for Tykocin? The Yale LUX ID for Tykocin is place/8fc622c8-e474-4fed-b798-a07541eef822. ### What are the categories for people associated with Tykocin? - **Category for People Born Here**: Category:Births in Tykocin - **Category of Associated People**: Category:People from Tykocin - **Category for People Who Died Here**: Q32487201 ### What are the YouTube video IDs for Tykocin? The YouTube video IDs for Tykocin are: - UslmrSXNhzo (Tykocin z drona) - 55mdpjEe47o (Zabytki Tykocina) ### What is the difference between Tykocin and Gmina Tykocin? Tykocin is a city, while Gmina Tykocin is the administrative unit that includes Tykocin. ### What is the historical gazetteer ID for Tykocin? The Historical Gazetteer (GOV) ID for Tykocin is object_1073316. ### What is the Library of Congress Authority ID for Tykocin? The Library of Congress Authority ID for Tykocin is n97014241. ### What is the National Library of Israel J9U ID for Tykocin? The National Library of Israel J9U ID for Tykocin is 987007540406605171. ### What is the Visuotinė Lietuvių Enciklopedija ID for Tykocin? The Visuotinė Lietuvių Enciklopedija ID for Tykocin is "tykocin". ### What is the YIVO Encyclopedia ID for Tykocin? The YIVO Encyclopedia ID for Tykocin is "Tykocin". ## Why It Matters Tykocin holds historical and cultural significance as a small Polish city with a rich heritage. It is notable for its architectural landmarks, historical documentation in major encyclopedias, and its role as the capital of Gmina Tykocin. The city's small but stable population and its preservation of cultural identity contribute to its importance in regional history. ## Notable For - **Historical Documentation**: Mentioned in the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and related works - **Cultural Heritage**: Features architectural and historical landmarks - **Administrative Role**: Capital of Gmina Tykocin - **Demographics**: Small, stable population with detailed statistical records - **Digital Presence**: Maintained official website and presence on platforms like OpenStreetMap and YouTube - **International Recognition**: Listed in global databases like Freebase, Geonames, and the Library of Congress ## Body ### Location and Geography Tykocin is located in northeastern Poland, within the Podlaskie Voivodeship. It is situated at 53.2° N and 22.783333° E. The city serves as the capital of Gmina Tykocin, a role it has held since 1951. Prior to 1795, it was part of the Podlaskie Voivodeship. The city is identified by the UN/LOCODE PLTYK and has a postal code of 16-080. ### Demographics As of the 2021 Polish census, Tykocin had a population of 1,917, with 924 males and 993 females. In 2018, the population was recorded at 1,980. The city's demographics are well-documented, with data from the Polish Central Statistical Office. ### Administrative and Historical Context Tykocin is the capital of Gmina Tykocin. It is distinct from the gmina itself, which is a separate administrative unit. The city is documented in historical sources such as the Brockhaus and Efron Encyclopedic Dictionary and its related works, including the Jewish Encyclopedia of Brockhaus and Efron. ### Cultural and Digital Presence Tykocin has a presence in 36 language versions of Wikipedia, including English, German, French, Russian, Hebrew, and Ukrainian. The city is also documented in the Visuotinė Lietuvių Enciklopedija and the YIVO Encyclopedia of Jews in Eastern Europe. It has a dedicated website at [https://umtykocin.pl/](https://umtykocin.pl/), and is featured in digital platforms like OpenStreetMap and OpenWeatherMap. ### Notable Media and References Tykocin is featured in YouTube videos such as "Tykocin z drona" (UslmrSXNhzo) and "Zabytki Tykocina" (55mdpjEe47o). The city is also documented in the Library of Congress Authority ID n97014241 and the National Library of Israel J9U ID 987007540406605171. ### Symbols and Imagery Tykocin has a flag ([POL_Tykocin_flag.svg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Tykocin_flag.svg)), a coat of arms ([POL_Tykocin_COA.svg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/POL_Tykocin_COA.svg)), and a page banner ([Tykocin_banner.jpg](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Tykocin_banner.jpg)). A locator map image is also available ([Map of Poland - Tykocin](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Grafika_Map_of_Poland_-_Tykocin.png)). ### Categories and People Tykocin is associated with several categories: - **Category for People Born Here**: Category:Births in Tykocin - **Category of Associated People**: Category:People from Tykocin - **Category for People Who Died Here**: Q32487201 ### Related Entities and IDs Tykocin is associated with the following identifiers: - **Geonames ID**: 756484 - **Freebase ID**: /m/022m05 - **VIAF ID**: 133864264 - **GND ID**: 4494621-1 - **Teryt Municipality Code**: 2002124 - **OpenStreetMap Relation ID**: 3092530 - **OpenWeatherMap City ID**: 756484, 7533500 - **SNARC ID**: capacitor - **Yale LUX ID**: place/8fc622c8-e474-4fed-b798-a07541eef822 - **Historical Gazetteer (GOV) ID**: object_1073316 - **Library of Congress Authority ID**: n97014241 - **National Library of Israel J9U ID**: 987007540406605171 - **Visuotinė Lietuvių Enciklopedija ID**: tykocin - **YIVO Encyclopedia ID**: Tykocin ## References 1. Internetowa encyklopedia PWN 2. Virtual International Authority File 3. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php) 4. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013 5. Czech National Authority Database 6. [Source](https://stat.gov.pl/obszary-tematyczne/ludnosc/ludnosc/powierzchnia-i-ludnosc-w-przekroju-terytorialnym-w-2018-roku,7,15.html) 7. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/062013702124-0043446?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi) 8. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/062013702124-0043446?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi) 9. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/062013702124-0043446?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi) 10. GeoNames 11. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/pl.htm)