Kılkara is a village (köy) located within the district of Kıbrıscık, which is part of Bolu Province in northwestern Turkey. The settlement is situated in the mountainous region of the Köroğlu range, an area characterized by forested terrain and a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers.
Administrative status
- Country: Turkey
- Province: Bolu
- District: Kıbrıscık
- Settlement type: Village (köy)
Geography and demography
The village lies at an elevation of approximately 1,000 meters above sea level, typical of the highland settlements in the region. According to the Address-Based Population Registration System (ADNKS) data released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) for the year 2022, Kılkara had a population of around 150 residents. Population figures for small villages in this area have shown gradual decline over recent decades due to urban migration.
Economy and infrastructure
Kılkara’s local economy is predominantly based on agriculture, animal husbandry, and forestry. Residents engage in subsistence farming, cultivating cereals and legumes, and maintain small herds of cattle and sheep. The village is connected to the district center, Kıbrıscık, by a rural road network, and basic utilities such as electricity and potable water are available. Educational facilities are limited to a primary school; secondary education is pursued in larger towns.
Historical and cultural notes
The name “Kılkara” is of Turkish origin, combining the words “kıl” (hair or bristle) and “kara” (black), possibly referring to the dark, densely vegetated landscape surrounding the settlement. No specific historical events of national significance have been recorded for the village, and it is primarily known within the local context of Kıbrıscık district.
References
- Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK), Address-Based Population Registration System (ADNKS) results, 2022.
- Bolu Province Directorate of Culture and Tourism, administrative divisions.
This entry reflects information available from official Turkish statistical and administrative sources as of 2023.
