Cerova (Serbian Cyrillic: Церова) is a village (selo) situated in the municipality of Krupanj, which is part of the Mačva District in western Serbia. The settlement lies within the geographical region of western Serbia, characterized by hilly terrain and mixed forest vegetation.
Administrative status
- Country: Serbia
- District: Mačva District
- Municipality: Krupanj
Geographical coordinates (approximate): 44°31′N latitude, 19°41′E longitude.
Etymology The name “Cerova” is derived from the Serbian word “cér” (цéр), referring to the Turkey oak (Quercus cerris). The suffix “‑ova” denotes a place associated with a particular feature, thus “Cerova” can be interpreted as “the place of oaks” or “oak forest area.”
Demographics Official population figures are recorded in the national censuses conducted by the Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia. The most recent publicly available data (2011 census) provides the number of inhabitants for each settlement, including Cerova, but exact figures are not reproduced here to avoid speculation.
Infrastructure and economy As a small rural settlement, Cerova’s economy is primarily based on agriculture, forestry, and small‑scale animal husbandry. The village is connected to nearby towns and the municipal center of Krupanj by local road networks. Public services such as primary education, health care, and commercial facilities are generally accessed in Krupanj or other larger neighboring settlements.
References
- Statistical Office of the Republic of Serbia, Census of Population, Households and Dwellings (2002, 2011).
- Official municipal website of Krupanj.
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