Gizałki

Gmina Gizałki, located in the Greater Poland Voivodeship within Pleszew County, is an area rich in demographic and historical structure. Until 1954, it was known as the Gmina Szymanowice, and between 1975 and 1998, it belonged to the Kalisz Voivodeship. The administrative seat of the municipality is the town of Gizałki, and the local football team representing both Szymanowice and the entire municipality is Unia Szymanowice. According to data from June 30, 2004, the municipality had 4,631 inhabitants, and by the end of 2019, this number had decreased to 4,602. The municipality covers an area of 108.56 km², of which approximately 50% is agricultural land and 48% is forested. The area is well-maintained, and its territory constitutes 15.25% of the entire Pleszew County. Among the many village administrative units, such as Białobłoty, Gizałki, or Szymanowice, there are also smaller towns that enrich the local socio-cultural structure. Gizałki is surrounded by other municipalities, such as Chocz, Czermin, and Żerków, which fosters cultural exchange. The municipality has an agricultural character, and the proximity of forests and green areas encourages outdoor activities. An interesting aspect is the history of the municipality and the administrative changes that have contributed to its current form. Gizałki also stands out for the activity of local communities, which organize various cultural events, supporting the development of local traditions and integrating residents.