Branč

Branč is a village and municipality in the Nitra District in western Slovakia, in the Nitra Region.[1]

Branč
Village
Branč
Location of Branč in Slovakia
Coordinates: 48°13′N 18°09′E
CountrySlovakia
RegionNitra
DistrictNitra
First mentioned1156
Area
  Total13.808 km2 (5.331 sq mi)
Elevation
137 m (449 ft)
Population
 (2004-12-31)
  Total2,065
  Density150/km2 (390/sq mi)
Postal code
951 13
Area code(s)+421-37
Car plateNR

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.

Facilities

The village has a public library, DVD rental store and football pitch.

See also

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)



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