Uzyn

Uzyn (Ukrainian: Узин) is a city in Bila Tserkva Raion of Kyiv Oblast (province) of northern Ukraine. The city and covers an area of 67 km2 (26 sq mi). Population: 11,998(2020 est.)[1] .

Uzyn

Узин
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Uzyn
Location of Uzyn
Coordinates: 49°49′27″N 30°26′33″E
Country
Oblast
Raion
Ukraine
Kyiv Oblast
Bilotserkivskyi Raion
First mentioned1590
City rightsAugust 25, 1971
Area
  Total67 km2 (26 sq mi)
Population
 (2020)
  Total11,998
Postal code
09161-09163
Area code(s)+380 4563

The largest industrial organisations within Uzyn are a sugar collective combine, from which Ukraine gets 7% of its sugar production, as well as a tinning factory. There is also Uzyn (air base) of the Ukrainian Air Forces.

History

Uzyn was first mentioned in the year 1590 under the name Uzenytsia, and later as Tenberschyna. Since the end of the 18th century, the city carries its current name. From 1923 to 1930, the city served as the raion centre of the Bilotserkivskyi Okrug. In 1956, Uzyn received the status of an urban-type settlement, and in 1971, the status of a city.

Demographics

The population of Uzyn is currently 12,166 (as of 2011):

  • 1975 - 16,000 inhabitants
  • 2004 - 12,759 inhabitants
  • 2005 - 12,628 inhabitants
  • 2006 - 12,588 inhabitants
  • 2011 - 12,166 inhabitants

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