Seogyo-dong
Place in South Korea
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Seogyo-dong (Korean: 서교동) is a dong (neighbourhood) of Mapo District, Seoul, South Korea.[1][2]
McCune–ReischauerSŏgyo-dong
CountrySouth Korea
Seogyo-dong | |
|---|---|
| Korean transcription(s) | |
| • Hangul | 서교동 |
| • Hanja | 西橋洞 |
| • Revised Romanization | Seogyo-dong |
| • McCune–Reischauer | Sŏgyo-dong |
 Interactive map of Seogyo-dong | |
| Coordinates: 37°33′19″N 126°55′18″E | |
| Country | South Korea |
| Area | |
• Total | 0.94 km2 (0.36 sq mi) |
| Population (2001)[1] | |
• Total | 18,700 |
| • Density | 20,000/km2 (52,000/sq mi) |
Overview
Seogyo-dong was named after a stream that once flowed down from the valley of Yeonhui-dong and branched out in several directions in this area. Many small bridges were built over it, and the village came to be called "Jandari Village" ("many bridges").
Because Seogyo-dong is located slightly lower than Donggyo-dong, it was referred to as "Lower Jandari," while Donggyo-dong was called "Upper Jandari." The term "West Jandari" was shortened to "Seosegyori" (西細橋里), and from this name the modern name "Seogyo-dong" originated.
Education
Seogyo Elementary School is located in Seogyo-dong.[3]
