Tokajík

Tokajík is a village and municipality in Stropkov District in the Prešov Region of north-eastern Slovakia.

Tokajík
Village
Tokajík
Location of Tokajík in Slovakia
Coordinates: 49°07′N 21°43′E
CountrySlovakia
RegionPrešov
DistrictStropkov
First mentioned1430
Area
  Total8.24 km2 (3.18 sq mi)
Elevation
206 m (676 ft)
Population
 (2004-12-31)
  Total111
  Density13/km2 (35/sq mi)
Postal code
090 34
Car plateSP

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1430.

During World War II on November 20, 1944, Tokajík was burned by German troops as punishment for aid the inhabitants gave to the partisans. 32 men were shot 1 km North of the village the day before. Only 2, severely injured men from the village survived. The village was restored after war.

Geography

The municipality lies at an altitude of 206 metres and covers an area of 8.242 km². It has a population of about 111 people.

Transportation

There are 5 airports within 110 km of Tokajik.



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