# Wysoka

> city in Poland

**Wikidata**: [Q556344](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q556344)  
**Wikipedia**: [English](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wysoka)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/wysoka

## Summary
Wysoka is a city located in Poland within the continent of Europe. It serves as the capital of Gmina Wysoka and is situated in the Pomeranian Voivodeship. As of the 2021 census, the city has a population of 2,577 residents.

## Key Facts
- **Country:** Poland
- **Location:** Capital of Gmina Wysoka; Europe
- **Population:** 2,577 (as of March 31, 2021)
- **Area:** 4.82 square kilometres
- **Elevation:** 110 metres above sea level
- **Coordinates:** 53.180833° N, 17.083333° E
- **Postal Code:** 89-320
- **Timezone:** Central European Time (UTC+01:00) and Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00)
- **Demographics:** 1,251 males and 1,326 females (2021 Census)
- **Official Website:** http://gminawysoka.pl
- **Aliases:** Wissek, Weißeck, Weisseck, Высока (город)

## FAQs
**What are the demographic details of Wysoka?**
According to the Polish census conducted on March 31, 2021, Wysoka has a total population of 2,577 people. The population is divided into 1,251 males and 1,326 females.

**Where is Wysoka located geographically and administratively?**
Wysoka is a city in Poland situated in Europe. It is located within the Gmina Wysoka, of which it is the capital. The city is distinct from the Gmina (administrative district) itself.

**What are the historical and alternative names for Wysoka?**
The city is known by several aliases, including Wissek, Weißeck, and Weisseck, as well as the Russian name Высока (город).

**How is Wysoka identified in digital and geographic databases?**
Wysoka possesses numerous identifiers across databases, including GeoNames ID 3081128, TERC municipality code 3019094, and SIMC place ID 0967417.

## Why It Matters
Wysoka functions as a distinct urban settlement and the administrative capital of Gmina Wysoka in Poland. Its demographic data, captured in the 2021 Polish census, provides a clear snapshot of its small but stable community of over 2,500 residents. The city's specific geographic coordinates and elevation (110m) define its physical footprint in the region. Furthermore, its multilingual aliases and presence across numerous international databases (such as Wikipedia in 22 languages) highlight its recognition beyond local borders.

## Notable For
- **Administrative Role:** Serves as the capital of Gmina Wysoka.
- **Multilingual Presence:** The city has Wikipedia articles in 22 languages, including English, German, French, and Chinese.
- **Unique Identifiers:** Associated with unique archival and database IDs, such as a FactGrid Item ID and an Archinform Location ID.
- **Precise Census Data:** Detailed gender demographics are available from the 2021 census, showing a higher female population (1,326) compared to male (1,251).

## Body

### Geography and Physical Characteristics
Wysoka covers a total area of 4.82 square kilometres. The city is positioned at an elevation of 110 metres above sea level. Its precise coordinates are 53.18083333333333 latitude and 17.083333333333332 longitude. The city falls within the Central European Time zone (UTC+01:00) for standard time and observes Central European Summer Time (UTC+02:00) during daylight saving periods. It is situated on the European continent.

### Demographics
The population statistics for Wysoka are derived from the Polish census of 2021, recorded on March 31 of that year.
- **Total Population:** 2,577
- **Male Population:** 1,251
- **Female Population:** 1,326

### Administration and Governance
Wysoka is an integral part of the Polish administrative structure. It holds the status of a city (instance of "city") and serves as the capital of Gmina Wysoka. While it is the capital, it is also classified as "different from" Gmina Wysoka, distinguishing the urban entity from the broader municipal district.
- **TERC Municipality Code:** 3019094
- **SIMC Place ID:** 0967417
- **Postal Code:** 89-320
- **Official Website:** http://gminawysoka.pl

### Cultural and Digital Presence
The city maintains a presence across various digital platforms and encyclopedias. It is categorized under "Category:Wysoka" on Wikimedia Commons and has a corresponding coat of arms image available (POL_Wysoka_COA.svg).
- **Wikipedia Languages:** Available in 22 languages including Be, Ceb, Cs, Csb, De, El, En, Eo, Et, Fr, Lv, Ms, Nl, Pl, Pt, Ro, Ru, Sk, Sr, Sv, Szl, Uk, Vi, and Zh.
- **Aliases:** Wissek, Weißeck, Weisseck, Высока (город).

### Database Identifiers
Wysoka is indexed in numerous national and international systems:
- **GeoNames ID:** 3081128
- **Freebase ID:** /m/0288bhv
- **Who's On First ID:** 101819123
- **Wikimapia ID:** 15429152
- **GNS Unique Feature ID:** -537538
- **OpenWeatherMap City ID:** 3081128
- **Archinform Location ID:** 12494
- **FactGrid Item ID:** Alba Roma 1907
- **Snarc ID:** Halle Tony Garnier

## References

1. archINFORM
2. [Source](https://www.worlddata.info/europe/poland/timezones.php)
3. GeoNames
4. Freebase Data Dumps. 2013
5. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023016019094-0967417?var-id=1639616&format=jsonapi)
6. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023016019094-0967417?var-id=1639618&format=jsonapi)
7. [Source](https://bdl.stat.gov.pl/api/v1/data/localities/by-unit/023016019094-0967417?var-id=1639617&format=jsonapi)
8. [archINFORM](https://www.archinform.net/service/wd_aiort.php)