Breznička, Stropkov District

Location of Stropkov District in the Prešov Region

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

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1430.

Geography

The municipality lies at an altitude of 220 metres and covers an area of 5.838 km². It has a population of about 130 people.

Ethnicity

According to the 2001 Census, 96.3% were Slovak and 3.7% Rusyn.

Religion

According to the 2001 Census, 93.3% were Greek Catholic, 4.5% Orthodox and 2.2% Roman Catholic.

Genealogical resources

The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Presov, Slovakia"

See also

Coordinates: 49°13′26″N 21°41′59″E / 49.2239°N 21.6997°E / 49.2239; 21.6997


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