Hirnytske, Dnipropetrovsk Oblast, Rural settlement near Pokrov, Ukraine.
Hirnytske is a rural settlement in Dnipropetrovsk Oblast situated on the left bank of the Solona River. The community sits on fertile land in an area characterized by gentle terrain and agricultural use.
The settlement was historically classified as an urban-type settlement before undergoing administrative changes in recent years. In January 2024, it was reclassified as a rural settlement under Ukraine's administrative restructuring.
The settlement forms part of the Pokrov urban hromada, representing local governance structures that maintain Ukrainian administrative traditions.
This community is most easily reached via the railway station in nearby Chortomlyk, which connects to major cities in the region. The surrounding area is flat and agricultural, making it a quiet and accessible place to explore on foot.
In January 2024, Hirnytske transitioned from an urban-type settlement to a rural settlement, marking a significant change in its administrative classification.
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