Branč
Branč is a village and municipality in the Nitra District in western Slovakia, in the Nitra Region.[1]
Branč | |
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Village | |
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  Branč Location of Branč in Slovakia | |
| Coordinates: 48°13′N 18°09′E | |
| Country | Slovakia |
| Region | Nitra |
| District | Nitra |
| First mentioned | 1156 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 13.808 km2 (5.331 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Population (2004-12-31) | |
| • Total | 2,065 |
| • Density | 150/km2 (390/sq mi) |
| Postal code | 951 13 |
| Area code(s) | +421-37 |
| Car plate | NR |
History
In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1156.
Geography
The village lies at an altitude of 137 metres and covers an area of 13.808 km². It has a population of about 2,070 people.
Ethnicity
The village is approximately 69% Slovak and 31% Magyar.
References
Genealogical resources
The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Nitra, Slovakia"
- Roman Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1704-1945 (parish A)
- Lutheran church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1887-1954 (parish B)
External links
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