Krutovo is the name of several rural localities in Russia. The settlements bearing this name are classified as villages (деревня) or selos (село) and are located in various oblasts (regions).
Notable Localities
| Region (Oblast) | District | Settlement Type | Population* (2010 Census) | Geographic Coordinates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vladimir Oblast | Sobinsky District | Selo | 15 | 55°58′N 40°17′E |
| Kurgan Oblast | Kataysky District | Village | 22 | 55°12′N 64°57′E |
| Kostroma Oblast | Antropovsky District | Village | 7 | 58°47′N 44°38′E |
| Vologda Oblast | Gryazovetsky District | Village | 13 | 58°37′N 40°58′E |
*Population figures are taken from the 2010 Russian Census; more recent data may be unavailable.
General Characteristics
- Administrative Status: Each Krutovo functions as a rural locality within its respective municipal formation and is governed by local self‑government bodies in accordance with Russian federal law.
- Economic Activity: The economies of these villages are typically based on agriculture, forestry, and small‑scale livestock husbandry, reflecting the predominant rural character of the regions in which they are situated.
- Infrastructure: Basic infrastructure generally includes unpaved or partially paved roads, limited public utilities, and access to regional centers via regional roads. Educational and medical facilities are often located in nearby larger settlements.
Etymology
The toponym Krutovo is derived from the Russian adjective крутой (krutóy), meaning “steep” or “abrupt.” Place names with this root commonly indicate a location situated near a steep terrain feature such as a hillside, ravine, or riverbank.
References
- Федеральная служба государственной статистики (Rosstat). Всероссийская перепись населения 2010 года (All‑Russian Population Census 2010).
- Official administrative-territorial registries of the respective oblasts.
No additional notable entities (e.g., historical events, prominent individuals) are recorded under the name “Krutovo” in widely recognized encyclopedic sources.
