Zemné

Zemné (Hungarian: Szímő) is a village and municipality in the Nové Zámky District in the Nitra Region of south-western Slovakia. The village is known as the birthplace of inventor Ányos Jedlik.

Zemné
Szímő
Village
Church of Saint Martin
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Coat of arms
Zemné
Szímő
Location of Zemné in Slovakia
Coordinates: 47°59′N 18°00′E
CountrySlovakia
RegionNitra
DistrictNové Zámky
First mentioned1113
Government
  MayorJános Bób (SMK-MKP)
Area
  Total26.345 km2 (10.172 sq mi)
Elevation
111 m (364 ft)
Population
 (2004-12-31)
  Total2,211
  Density84/km2 (220/sq mi)
Postal code
941 22
Car plateNZ
Websitewww.zemne.sk

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1113.

Geography

The municipality lies at an altitude of 111 metres and covers an area of 26.345 km². It has a population of about 2,210 people.

Demographics

The population is about 75% Hungarian, 15% Slovak and 10% Roma.

People

Facilities

The village has a small public library and football pitch.

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