Definition
Miechowice Oławskie is a village situated in the administrative district of Gmina Oława, within Oława County, in the Lower Silesian Voivodeship of south‑western Poland.
Overview
The settlement forms part of the historic region of Silesia. It lies to the south‑east of the town of Oława and is incorporated into the Polish system of local government (gmina). According to the National Register of Territorial Land Apportionment (TERYT) maintained by Poland’s Central Statistical Office (GUS), Miechowice Oławskie is officially recognized as a distinct locality. Precise current population figures are not publicly confirmed; the village is typically characterized as a small, rural community with an economy primarily based on agriculture and local services.
Etymology/Origin
The name Miechowice follows a common pattern in Polish toponymy, wherein the suffix ‑owice denotes a settlement associated with a personal name or a family. It is likely derived from the Old Polish personal name Miech or Miecho, suggesting “the village of Miech’s descendants.” The qualifier Oławskie serves to differentiate this locality from other villages named Miechowice by indicating its administrative affiliation with the town of Oława.
Characteristics
- Administrative status: Village (sołectwo) within Gmina Oława.
- Geography: Positioned in the lowland area of the Oława River basin; the terrain is predominantly flat and suitable for arable farming.
- Infrastructure: Basic local infrastructure includes a network of country roads connecting the village to Oława and neighboring settlements; utilities such as electricity and water supply are provided through regional services.
- Economy: Predominantly agricultural, with farms engaged in crop cultivation and animal husbandry. Small‑scale trade and community facilities serve local residents.
- Demographics: Accurate, up‑to‑date population data are not confirmed; historically, villages of this size in the region host a few hundred inhabitants.
Related Topics
- Oława County
- Lower Silesian Voivodeship
- Administrative divisions of Poland (voivodeship, powiat, gmina)
- Rural settlements in Poland
- Polish toponymic conventions
Note: Where specific statistical details (e.g., exact population) are not available from verifiable sources, the entry indicates the lack of confirmed data.