Velika Popina, Settlement in Gračac, Croatia
Velika Popina is a small settlement located in the municipality of Gračac within Zadar County in Croatia. The village sits in a rural area characterized by sparse population and an agricultural landscape typical of the inland Dalmatian region.
The settlement experienced significant population decline from the late 1800s through the 21st century, shaped by broader economic and social changes. These shifts reflect patterns that affected many rural communities throughout the Balkan region during the modern era.
The population statistics from 1991 indicate that 95.17 percent of residents identified as ethnic Serbs, reflecting the regional demographic composition of the area.
The village is accessible by local roads that connect it to nearby larger towns in the region. Visitors should prepare for basic facilities since this is a very small community where major services or shops are not available locally.
The settlement maintains a population density of only 0.84 inhabitants per square kilometer, making it one of the most sparsely populated areas in Zadar County.
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