Zherdevka

Zherdevka is a town and the administrative center of Zherdevsky District in Tambov Oblast, Russia. It is located on the Savala River, a tributary of the Khopyor.

History:

Zherdevka was founded in 1700 as a settlement. It gained town status in 1954.

Geography:

The town is situated in the southeastern part of the Oka–Don Plain. The climate is temperate continental.

Population:

As of the 2010 Census, the population of Zherdevka was 15,209.

Economy:

The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and food processing. There are also some industrial enterprises.

Transportation:

Zherdevka is a railway station on the Gryazi-Povorino line. It is also connected to other settlements by road.

Culture and Education:

Zherdevka has several schools, a museum, and a cultural center.