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Mačvanska Mitrovica
Мачванска Митровица (Serbian)
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| Country |  Serbia |
| Province |  Vojvodina |
| Region | Mačva |
| District | Srem |
| Municipality | Sremska Mitrovica |
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| • Total | 2.4 km2 (0.9 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 76 m (249 ft) |
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| • Total | 3,873 |
| • Density | 1,623/km2 (4,200/sq mi) |
| Area code(s) | + 381(0)22 |
Mačvanska Mitrovica is a small town in Serbia. It is part of the Sremska Mitrovica municipality, located in the Srem District. This town is special because it's in the Autonomous Province of Vojvodina, but it's also connected to the Mačva region. In 2011, about 3,873 people lived here, and most of them are Serbs.
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Understanding the Name of Mačvanska Mitrovica
The name Mačvanska Mitrovica means "Mitrovica of Mačva". This helps tell it apart from other towns named Mitrovica, like Mitrovica of Srem and Mitrovica of Kosovo.
Different Ways to Say the Town's Name
People in different languages call the town by slightly different names:
- In Serbian, it's Mačvanska Mitrovica (Мачванска Митровица).
- In Croatian, it's also Mačvanska Mitrovica.
- In Hungarian, it's called Szenternye.
Sometimes, people in Serbia also use other names for the town, such as Srpska Mitrovica, Mala Mitrovica, or just Mitrovica.
Exploring the Geography of Mačvanska Mitrovica
Mačvanska Mitrovica has a unique location. It's one of the few towns in Vojvodina that is actually located in the Mačva region. This means it sits on the right bank of the Sava River. Being on the right bank also places it on the Balkan Peninsula.
Neighboring Villages
The town is close to several other villages. These include Noćaj, Salaš Noćajski, Radenković, Ravnje, and Zasavica II. Together, these areas form a special part of the Mačva region within Vojvodina.
Famous People from Mačvanska Mitrovica
- Nikola Budišić, a former professional football player, was born in this town.
Population and People of Mačvanska Mitrovica
The town of Mačvanska Mitrovica is home to a diverse group of people. Most residents are Serbs.
Ethnic Groups in 2002
According to the 2002 census, the main ethnic groups living in the town were:
- Serbs = 3,621 people
- Romani = 87 people
- Croats = 21 people
- Yugoslavs = 14 people
- Hungarians = 10 people
- And a few others.
How the Population Has Changed Over Time
The number of people living in Mačvanska Mitrovica has grown a lot over the years.
- In 1921, there were only 220 residents.
- By 1971, the population had grown to 3,357.
- In 2002, it reached 3,896 people.
This shows how the town has developed and attracted more residents over nearly a century.
See also
In Spanish: Mačvanska Mitrovica para niños
