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Uzhhorodskyi Raion
Ужгородський район
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Location of Uzhhorodskyi Raion on the map of Ukraine.
General data
Country: Ukraine
Oblast: Zakarpattia Oblast
Established:
Area: 870 km²
Population:
Total:
Density

74,399
85.52 p/km²
Area code: 380-XXXX-XXXX
Postal index: 88000
Administrative subdivisions
Center: Uzhhorod
Cities: 2
Towns: 1
Villages: 64
Official information
Governor:
Website: Verkhovna Rada site

Uzhhorodskyi Raion (Ukrainian: Ужгородський район, Hungarian: Ungvári járás) is a special area, like a county or district, in western Ukraine. It is part of the larger Zakarpattia Oblast region. The main city and administrative center of Uzhhorodskyi Raion is Uzhhorod. This means Uzhhorod is where the local government offices are located.

About Uzhhorodskyi Raion

Uzhhorodskyi Raion is home to about 74,399 people. It covers an area of 870 square kilometers. This makes it a moderately sized district in Ukraine. The raion is known for its beautiful natural scenery. It is also close to the borders of several other countries.

Main Towns and Villages

The Uzhhorodskyi Raion includes two main cities and one town. It also has many smaller villages. These places are where people live and work.

Cities in the Raion

  • Uzhhorod: This is the largest city in the raion. It is also the capital of the whole Zakarpattia Oblast. Many people live here, and it is a busy center.
  • Chop: This city is smaller than Uzhhorod. It is an important place for transportation.

Towns in the Raion

  • Serednie: This is the only urban-type settlement in the raion. It is a bit like a small town.

Villages in the Raion

Uzhhorodskyi Raion has many villages. These villages are often smaller communities. They are spread across the beautiful countryside. Some of these villages have unique names and histories. For example, Velika Dobron is one of the larger villages.

Related Places

  • Administrative divisions of Ukraine: Learn more about how Ukraine is divided into different areas.
  • Zakarpattia Oblast: Discover more about the larger region where Uzhhorodskyi Raion is located.
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