Wieprz, Silesian Voivodeship, Administrative village in Żywiec County, Poland
Wieprz is an administrative village in Silesian Voivodeship that functions as the center for Gmina Radziechowy-Wieprz. The settlement features typical rural layouts with residential areas and local government offices scattered throughout the community.
The village appears in records from the late 15th century, documented under the names Wyeprze Maior and Wyeprze Minor. These early mentions indicate long-standing settlement in this region of Silesia.
The residents of Wieprz maintain strong connections to local Polish traditions through regular community gatherings and social events throughout the year.
The village is accessible to travelers passing through the region and offers basic local services typical of an administrative rural center. Those exploring the wider area will find it a stopping point on journeys between larger towns.
The village maintains a balanced population distribution with 1,823 male and 1,868 female residents according to the 2021 Polish census data.
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