Grądzkie Ełckie is a village in northern Poland. Administratively, it is part of the Gmina Stare Juchy in Ełk County (powiat ełcki), which belongs to the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship (województwo warmińsko‑mazurskie).
Geographical context
- The settlement is situated in the historic region of Masuria, an area characterized by numerous lakes and forests.
- It lies to the north‑west of the town of Ełk, the county seat, and is accessible via local road networks connecting the surrounding rural communities.
Statistical classification
- In the national register of territorial land apportionment (TERYT) maintained by Poland’s Central Statistical Office (GUS), Grądzkie Ełckie is listed as a distinct locality.
- Detailed demographic data (e.g., exact population count) are not provided in the accessible sources; the village is generally described as having a small, primarily agricultural population.
Etymology
- The name “Grądzkie” derives from the Polish word grąd, referring to a type of upland oak forest typical of the region.
- The qualifier “Ełckie” indicates the village’s association with Ełk County, distinguishing it from other places named Grądzkie in Poland.
Relevant references
- Central Statistical Office (GUS) – TERYT (National Register of Territorial Land Apportionment Journal).
- Official publications of the Warmian-Masurian Voivodeship regarding local administrative units.
