Drušče is a small settlement in eastern Slovenia. Administratively, it belongs to the Municipality of Laško. The settlement is part of the traditional Styria (Slovene: Štajerska) region and is included in the Savinja Statistical Region.
Geography
Drušče is situated in the hilly terrain west of the town of Laško. The settlement covers an area of approximately 2 km² and lies at an elevation of about 280 metres above sea level.
Demographics
According to the Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, Drušče had a population of 138 inhabitants as of the 2002 census. Subsequent population figures have not been widely published.
History and culture
The settlement does not feature prominently in historical records, and there are no notable monuments or institutions specifically associated with Drušče. It functions primarily as a residential and agricultural community within the Laško municipality.
Etymology
The name Drušče is Slovene in origin. While a definitive etymology has not been established in published sources, the form of the name suggests a possible derivation from a personal name or a term related to communal or companion‑related concepts in the Slovene language.
References
- Statistical Office of the Republic of Slovenia, census data (2002).
- Municipality of Laško official records.