Grayvoron

Grayvoron (Russian: Гра́йворон, pronounced [ˈɡraɪ̯vərən]) is a town and the administrative center of Grayvoronsky District in Belgorod Oblast, Russia, located on the shores of the Vorskla (a tributary of the Dnieper) and Grayvoronka Rivers. Population: 6,179(2021 Census); 6,234(2010 Census); 6,196(2002 Census); 5,992(1989 Census). It was previously known as Grayvorony (until 1838). As of March 2024, the town is under the control of Ukrainian-backed Russian anti-government forces.

Grayvoron
Грайворон
Lenina Street in central Grayvoron
Location of Grayvoron
Grayvoron
Location of Grayvoron
Grayvoron
Grayvoron (Belgorod Oblast)
Coordinates: 50°29′N 35°40′E
CountryRussia
Federal subjectBelgorod Oblast
Administrative districtGrayvoronsky District
FoundedAugust 5, 1678
Town status since1838
Elevation
130 m (430 ft)
Population
  Total6,234
  Estimate 
(2018)
6,449 (+3.4%)
Administrative status
  Capital ofGrayvoronsky District
Municipal status
  Municipal districtGrayvoronsky Municipal District
  Urban settlementGrayvoron Urban Settlement
  Capital ofGrayvoronsky Municipal District, Grayvoron Urban Settlement
Time zoneUTC+3 (MSK )
Postal code(s)
309372
OKTMO ID14632101001
Websitewww.graivoron.ru/nasch_rai/settlement/gorpos/
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