Klonowa

Gmina Klonowa, located in the Łódź Voivodeship within Sieradz County, is an agricultural municipality with its administrative seat in the village of Klonowa. The history of the municipality dates back to before 1975, when it belonged to the former Sieradz Voivodeship. Currently, the municipality covers an area of 95.37 km², predominantly agricultural land (63%), with a significant portion also occupied by forests (32%). It is home to approximately 2,891 residents (as of December 31, 2017), indicating a slight population decline compared to 2004. The municipality is characterized by picturesque landscapes that are conducive to ecological farming, including the cultivation of cereals—primarily rye and barley—as well as pig and beef cattle farming. Klonowa is one of the more traditional rural areas, preserving local customs and ways of life. The municipality comprises several village administrations, including Klonowa (divided into Klonowa I and Klonowa II), as well as Grzyb, Kuźnica Błońska, Kuźnica Zagrzebska, Leliwa, and others. It is worth mentioning neighboring municipalities such as Brąszewice, Czajków, Galewice, Lututów, and Złoczew, which highlights the regional context and connections among local communities. Klonowa forms a small yet significant part of the county, and its agricultural character and cultural traditions attract those interested in rural lifestyles and ecological initiatives.