Ożarowice

Ożarowice is a village in Tarnowskie Góry County, Silesian Voivodeship, in southern Poland. It is the seat of the gmina (administrative district) called Gmina Ożarowice. The village is situated approximately 13 kilometres (8 mi) east of Tarnowskie Góry and 23 kilometres (3 mi) north of the regional capital Katowice. It has a population of approximately 2,500.

Historically, the area has been associated with both Upper Silesia and Lesser Poland. Ożarowice features the Katowice Airport (also known as Pyrzowice Airport), located just outside the village boundaries. The airport is a major international airport serving the Silesian metropolitan area.

The name Ożarowice likely derives from a personal name or nickname, possibly related to "żar" (ember or glow) or a similar root. The area has a history of agricultural activity and, with the development of the airport, has experienced increasing economic activity related to transport and logistics. The village also has connections to local folklore and traditions specific to the Silesian region.