Plešivica is a settlement (naselje) located within the administrative jurisdiction of the town of Jastrebarsko, which is part of Zagreb County in the Republic of Croatia. The settlement lies in the north‑western part of the country, near the border with Karlovac County and in proximity to the Žumberak mountain range.
Geography
- Country: Croatia
- County: Zagreb County (Zagrebačka županija)
- Town/Municipality: Jastrebarsko
- Coordinates: Approximately 45°50′N latitude and 15°45′E longitude (exact coordinates vary among sources).
The landscape surrounding Plešivica is characterized by low hills and mixed agricultural‑forestry land. The area is typical of the transitional zone between the Pannonian plain to the east and the Dinaric Alps to the west.
Administrative Status
Plešivica is classified as a naselje (settlement) in the Croatian territorial‑administrative system. As such, it does not possess separate local government structures but is governed by the town council of Jastrebarsko.
Demography
Population figures for Plešivica are recorded in the national censuses conducted by the Croatian Bureau of Statistics. The most recent publicly available census data (2021) provides a total number of residents; however, the exact figure is not confirmed in the sources consulted for this entry. Consequently, a precise demographic profile cannot be supplied without further verification.
History
Historical references to Plešivica appear in regional land registries and cadastral records dating to the Austro‑Hungarian period, indicating that the settlement has existed since at least the 19th century. Detailed historical events specific to the settlement are not extensively documented in widely accessible scholarly works.
Etymology
The name Plešivica derives from the Slavic root pleš meaning “bald” or “treeless,” often used in toponyms to denote a cleared or sparsely vegetated area. This suggests that the original settlement may have been established on a cleared hill or plateau.
Infrastructure and Economy
Plešivica is primarily a rural community with land use dominated by agriculture, small‑scale livestock farming, and forestry. Road connections link the settlement to the central town of Jastrebarsko and neighboring villages, facilitating access to regional markets and services. No major industrial or commercial facilities are reported within the settlement itself.
Cultural and Social Aspects
The settlement participates in cultural and religious activities organized by the town of Jastrebarsko, including local festivals and church events. Specific cultural landmarks within Plešivica are not documented in prominent encyclopedic sources.
References
- Croatian Bureau of Statistics, Census Data (latest available edition).
- Administrative territorial division records of Zagreb County.
- Regional geographic and toponymic studies concerning the Žumberak area.
Note: Where precise statistical or historical data are unavailable in reliable published sources, the entry reflects the limits of currently accessible encyclopedic information.