Stroitel (inhabited locality)

Stroitel (Строитель) is a common Russian word that, when used as the name of an inhabited locality, signifies "builder" or "construction worker." As a place name, it typically indicates a settlement that was founded or built to house workers involved in a significant construction project, such as a factory, power plant, mine, or other large industrial facility. These settlements can range in size from small villages (selo or derevnya) to larger towns (gorod or posyolok gorodskogo tipa).

The name "Stroitel" reflects the Soviet-era emphasis on industrial development and the creation of communities centered around industrial labor. Therefore, settlements with this name are most commonly found in Russia and other former Soviet republics.

The specific characteristics of a settlement named Stroitel will vary greatly depending on its location, the scale of the original construction project it served, and subsequent economic and demographic changes. These may include the age and type of housing stock, the presence of industrial facilities, and the availability of public services and amenities.