Văgiulești
Commune in Gorj, Romania
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Văgiulești is a commune in Gorj County, Oltenia, Romania. It is composed of five villages: Cârciu, Covrigi, Murgilești, Valea Motrului, and Văgiulești.
CountryRomania
SubdivisionsCârciu, Covrigi, Murgilești, Valea Motrului, Văgiulești
Area
48.01 km2 (18.54 sq mi)Elevation176 m (577 ft)
Văgiulești | |
|---|---|
  Văgiulești Location in Romania | |
| Coordinates: 44°43′N 23°05′E | |
| Country | Romania |
| County | Gorj |
| Subdivisions | Cârciu, Covrigi, Murgilești, Valea Motrului, Văgiulești |
| Government | |
| • Mayor (2020–2024) | Constantin Pârjol (PSD) |
Area | 48.01 km2 (18.54 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 176 m (577 ft) |
| Population (2021-12-01)[1] | 2,188 |
| • Density | 45.57/km2 (118.0/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+02:00 (EET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+03:00 (EEST) |
| Postal code | 217545 |
| Area code | +(40) x53 |
| Vehicle reg. | GJ |
| Website | primariavagiulesti |
The commune is situated in the western reaches of the Getic Plateau, at an altitude of 176 m (577 ft), on the left bank of the river Motru. It is located in the southwestern part of Gorj County, 16 km (9.9 mi) southeast of Motru municipality and 57 km (35 mi) southwest of the county seat, Târgu Jiu, on the border with Mehedinți County.
