Branč
| Branč | |
| Village | |
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| Country | Slovakia |
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| Region | Nitra |
| District | Nitra |
| Elevation | 137 m (449 ft) |
| Coordinates | 48°13′N 18°09′E / 48.217°N 18.150°ECoordinates: 48°13′N 18°09′E / 48.217°N 18.150°E |
| Area | 13.808 km2 (5.33 sq mi) |
| Population | 2,065 (2004-12-31) |
| Density | 150 / km2 (388 / sq mi) |
| First mentioned | 1156 |
| Postal code | 951 13 |
| Area code | +421-37 |
| Car plate | NR |
   Location of Branč in Slovakia
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  Location of Branč in the Nitra Region
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| Statistics: MOŠ/MIS | |
Branč is a village and municipality in the Nitra District in western Slovakia, in the Nitra Region.[1]
History
In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1156.
Geography
The village lies at an altitude of 137 metres and covers an area of 13.808 km². It has a population of about 2,070 people.
Ethnicity
The village is approximately 69% Slovak and 31% Magyar.
Facilities
The village has a public library, DVD rental store and football pitch.
See also
References
Genealogical resources
The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Nitra, Slovakia"
- Roman Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1704-1945 (parish A)
- Lutheran church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1887-1954 (parish B)
