Garáb is a village in Nógrád County, Hungary, with a population of 49 inhabitants (2014). The name is derived from the Slavic languages word grab, meaning hornbeam.[1] There are several Slavic placenames like "Grab" with the same motivation.
Population
edit| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1870 | 174 |
| 1880 | 172 |
| 1890 | 166 |
| 1900 | 212 |
| 1910 | 206 |
| 1920 | 245 |
| 1930 | 257 |
| 1941 | 248 |
| 1949 | 221 |
| 1960 | 209 |
| 1970 | 220 |
| 1980 | 152 |
| 1990 | 108 |
| 2001 | 81 |
| 2011 | 55 |
Geography
editThe village is situated at an elevation of approximately 375 meters above sea level within the protected natural area of Eastern Cserhát, Its surroundings are characterized by forests, ancient hills of volcanic origin, and springs, making it an ideal area for hiking and nature stays.[3]
References
edit- ↑ Stanislav, Ján (2004). Slovenský juh v stredoveku II (in Slovak). Slovenské literárne centrum. pp. 155, 521. ISBN 80-88878-89-6.
- ↑ "Nógrád county - Data on localities - Population number, population density". Hungarian Central Statistical Office/Központi Statisztikai Hivatal. Retrieved 2021-05-22.
- ↑ Cartographia. "Garáb". funiQ. Retrieved 2025-11-05.
47°58′N 19°38′E / 47.967°N 19.633°E
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