Širine, Settlement in Petlovac Municipality, Croatia.
Širine is a small settlement in Petlovac Municipality located in the Baranja region of Osijek-Baranja County. The village sits in flat terrain and falls under the administrative jurisdiction of Petlovac with postal code 31300 Beli Manastir.
The settlement became an independent administrative entity in 1991 after separating from Šumarina. This division reflected broader changes in local governance within the region.
The population of Širine reflects the multicultural character of eastern Croatia through its mix of Croatian, Hungarian, and Serbian residents.
The village is sparsely populated with limited local services, so visitors should rely on nearby larger settlements for most amenities. It is best to arrange any necessary supplies or information before arriving.
The settlement recorded significant demographic changes, evolving from 170 residents in 1991 to 26 inhabitants according to the 2021 census.
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