Sokoľany

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Sokoľany is a village and municipality in Košice-okolie District in the Košice Region of eastern Slovakia.

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[edit] History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1251.

[edit] Geography

The village lies at an altitude of 210 metres and covers an area of 3.858 km². It has a population of about 1120 people.

[edit] Ethnicity

The population is almost entirely Slovak in ethnicity.

[edit] Government

The village relies on the tax and district offices and fire brigade at Košice.

[edit] Culture

The village has a public library and is connected to cable television. It has a food store.

[edit] Sport

The village has a football pitch and a gymnasium.

[edit] Transport

The nearest railway station is located 1 kilometre away.

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Coordinates: 48°37′N, 21°14′E

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