Ust-Lebed

Ust-Lebed is a village (selo) located in the Republic of Khakassia, Russia. It is part of the Askizsky District. The name "Ust-Lebed" derives from its geographical location: "Ust" meaning "mouth" (of a river), referring to the point where the Lebed River flows into a larger body of water, and "Lebed" referring to the name of the Lebed River itself. The village is situated near this confluence.

The economy of Ust-Lebed is primarily agricultural, typical of rural settlements in Khakassia. The village provides essential services for its inhabitants, including basic infrastructure, education, and healthcare.

Historically, Ust-Lebed, like other settlements in the region, has been influenced by the indigenous Khakas people and later by Russian settlers. The population is generally composed of Khakas and Russian ethnicities. Further historical research into regional archives would be needed to provide a detailed account of its specific historical trajectory.

The precise population of Ust-Lebed fluctuates, but it is generally considered a small rural village. Population statistics can be obtained from census data published by the Russian government.