Definition
Ulacalı is a village and municipality located in the Sabirabad Rayon (district) of Azerbaijan.
Overview
Ulacalı forms part of the administrative-territorial structure of Azerbaijan, functioning as both a populated settlement and a local self‑governing municipality. According to available census data, the village has a population of approximately 3,552 residents. It lies within the low‑lying plains of the Sabirabad district, an area characterized by flat terrain and agricultural use.
Etymology / Origin
The name “Ulacalı” appears in Azerbaijani sources and may derive from local linguistic roots, though a definitive etymology is not documented in widely accessible scholarly references. The variant transliterations (e.g., Uladzhaly, Uladzhrly, Uludzhaly) reflect attempts to render the Azerbaijani spelling in Latin script.
Characteristics
- Geographical Setting: The village is situated in the central part of Azerbaijan, within the Sabirabad Rayon. The region is largely a plain situated at or slightly below sea level, with a climate suitable for steppe and semi‑arid vegetation.
- Population: Approximately 3,552 inhabitants (figure reported in publicly available municipal data).
- Administrative Role: As a municipality, Ulacalı has a local governing council responsible for community services, infrastructure, and compliance with district‑level regulations.
- Economy and Land Use: The surrounding area is primarily agricultural, with crop cultivation and livestock rearing forming the economic base of the settlement.
- Infrastructure: The village is connected to the district’s road network and includes basic public facilities such as a school, a health center, and local commerce.
Related Topics
- Sabirabad Rayon: The administrative district encompassing Ulacalı, noted for its agricultural production and riverine geography.
- Azerbaijan: The sovereign nation in the South Caucasus region, of which Ulacalı is a constituent locality.
- Municipalities of Azerbaijan: The system of local self‑government under which villages like Ulacalı operate.
- List of populated places in Azerbaijan: Comprehensive catalogs that include Ulacalı among other villages and towns.