Żołędzin is a village in southern Poland. Administratively, it is part of the Gmina (municipality) Mstów, within Częstochowa County, Silesian Voivodeship. The village lies approximately 7 km north‑east of the town of Częstochowa and about 62 km north‑north‑west of the regional capital Katowice.
Geography
Żołędzin is situated in the historic region of Upper Silesia. The surrounding landscape is predominantly agricultural, with a mixture of fields, small forests, and meadows.
History
The settlement’s documented history dates back to the early modern period, although the exact date of its founding is not recorded in widely available sources. Throughout its history, Żołędzin has been part of various political entities, including the Kingdom of Poland, the Polish–Lithuanian Commonwealth, and, after the partitions of Poland, the Austrian and later Russian partitions. Following World War II, it became part of the People's Republic of Poland and remains within the modern Republic of Poland.
Demographics
Precise contemporary population figures for Żołędzin are not readily available in major statistical publications; the village is described in local sources as a small rural community.
Etymology
The name Żołędzin is derived from the Polish word żołądź (acorn) combined with the suffix -in, which is commonly used in Polish to denote a place associated with a particular object or feature. Thus, the name can be interpreted as “place of acorns” or “acorn settlement,” reflecting the likely presence of oak trees in the area historically.
Infrastructure and Economy
The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, with some residents commuting to nearby Częstochowa for employment in industry, services, and education. The village is connected to regional road networks and has access to basic public utilities.
References
- Central Statistical Office (GUS) – TERYT (National Register of Territorial Land Apportionment Journal).
- Local administrative documents of Gmina Mstów.
Note: Information presented is based on publicly available administrative records and standard geographic references.