Selivanovsky (inhabited locality)

Selivanovsky is a type of inhabited locality name commonly found in Russia and other Slavic countries. It is typically derived from the surname "Selivanov" (Селиванов) or a related form, indicating the locality was historically associated with individuals or a family bearing that name.

In Russian usage, "inhabited locality" (населённый пункт, naselyonny punkt) is a broad term encompassing various types of settlements, ranging from large cities to small villages. Therefore, a "Selivanovsky" can refer to a village (деревня, derevnya), a settlement (посёлок, posyolok), a rural locality (село, selo), or potentially even a part of a larger town, depending on the specific instance.

The name suggests that the settlement may have been founded by or originally populated by people with the surname Selivanov, or that the land was owned by a Selivanov family. These types of toponyms (place names derived from personal names) are common in Russia and provide insights into the historical settlement patterns and land ownership of the region.

To determine the precise nature and location of a specific "Selivanovsky," further information, such as the region (oblast), district (rayon), and local administrative unit (rural settlement/municipal formation) to which it belongs, is necessary. This additional information helps distinguish it from other similarly named localities. The population size and economic activity of a particular Selivanovsky will vary depending on its specific location and historical development.