Huta Tarnawacka is a village in eastern Poland. It is situated within the administrative district (gmina) of Skierbieszów, which is part of Zamość County (powiat) in the Lublin Voivodeship (province).
Geography
- Location: The village lies in the eastern part of the Lublin Voivodeship, approximately 20 km north‑east of the city of Zamość and about 75 km south‑east of Lublin, the regional capital.
- Coordinates: Approximately 50°48′N 23°30′E (latitude and longitude).
- Surroundings: The surrounding area is predominantly agricultural, with a mixture of fields, meadows, and small forest patches typical of the broader Lublin countryside.
Administrative Division
- Country: Poland
- Voivodeship: Lublin
- County: Zamość
- Gmina: Skierbieszów
Demographics
- Population: The village has a small permanent population, estimated at a few dozen to low‑hundreds of residents. Precise recent census figures are not publicly detailed in major statistical releases.
Etymology
The name Huta Tarnawacka combines two Polish words: huta, meaning “foundry” or “smelter,” and Tarnawacka, an adjectival form derived from a nearby locality or family name (e.g., Tarnawka). Historically, such names often indicate the presence of a small-scale metalworking operation or a settlement associated with a particular landowner.
History
Detailed historical records specific to Huta Tarnawacka are limited in publicly accessible sources. Like many villages in the Lublin region, it is likely that the settlement developed in the 19th‑century period, possibly linked to local agriculture or minor industrial activity suggested by the term huta. No major historical events are documented as occurring in the village.
Infrastructure
- Transport: The village is accessed primarily by local roads connecting it to Skierbieszów and other neighboring settlements. Public transport options are limited, typical of rural Polish villages.
- Services: Basic utilities (electricity, water) are provided, though specialized services such as schools, medical facilities, and commercial enterprises are generally located in larger nearby towns, especially Skierbieszów or Zamość.
References
- Central Statistical Office of Poland (Główny Urząd Statystyczny – GUS), National Register of Territorial Land Apportionment Journal (TERYT).
- Administrative maps and publications of the Lublin Voivodeship.
This entry reflects the currently available encyclopedic information on Huta Tarnawacka and does not include speculative or unverified details.
