Garáb
Municipality in Nógrád County, Hungary
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Garáb is a village in Nógrád County, Hungary, with a population of 49 inhabitants (2014). The name is derived from the Slavic languages word grab, meaning hornbeam.[1] There are several Slavic placenames like "Grab" with the same motivation.
Population
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 1870 | 174 |
| 1880 | 172 |
| 1890 | 166 |
| 1900 | 212 |
| 1910 | 206 |
| 1920 | 245 |
| 1930 | 257 |
| 1941 | 248 |
| 1949 | 221 |
| 1960 | 209 |
| 1970 | 220 |
| 1980 | 152 |
| 1990 | 108 |
| 2001 | 81 |
| 2011 | 55 |
Geography
The village is situated at an elevation of approximately 375 meters above sea level within the protected natural area of Eastern Cserhát, Its surroundings are characterized by forests, ancient hills of volcanic origin, and springs, making it an ideal area for hiking and nature stays.[3]
