Choňkovce

Choňkovce (Hungarian: Alsóhunkóc) is a village and municipality in the Sobrance District in the Košice Region of east Slovakia. It is well known for its wine production.

Location of Sobrance District in the Košice Region

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1409.

Geography

The village lies at an elevation of 218 metres (715 ft) and covers an area of 18.322 km² (7.074 mi²). It has a population of about 625 people.

Culture

The village has a public a gym and a football pitch.

Genealogical resources

The records for genealogical research are available at the state archive "Statny Archiv in Presov, Slovakia"

  • Roman Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1837–1931 (parish B)
  • Greek Catholic church records (births/marriages/deaths): 1792–1903 (parish A)

See also

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