Sońsk

The municipality of Sońsk, located in the Masovian Voivodeship within the Ciechanów County, is predominantly agricultural and stands as the largest municipality in the region. Its administrative seat is situated in the town of Sońsk. According to data from June 2004, the municipality was home to 8,177 residents. It covers an area of 154.99 km², with a predominance of agricultural land (84%) and forested areas (10%). Sońsk is located near the southern border of Ciechanów County, approximately 100 kilometers from Warsaw. A key railway line, E-65, which connects Gdańsk and Warsaw, runs through the municipality. Sońsk is also home to over 350 business entities, highlighting the region's economic vitality. The municipality comprises 40 localities, including a significant number of village districts (sołectwa) such as Bądkowo, Burkaty, Chrościce, and Soboklęszcz. The area faces challenges related to rural water supply but is actively expanding its sewage network, reflecting ongoing infrastructure development. In terms of education, the municipality offers four primary schools, three kindergartens, and a School Complex for Agricultural Education, underscoring its agricultural character. The land is primarily classified as grades IV and V, which is well-suited for growing cereals and root crops. Traditional rural structures have been preserved in the region, contributing to its cultural and historical value. Notable localities without formal village district status, such as Dziarno and Marianowo, remain integral parts of the local community. Sońsk borders municipalities including Ciechanów, Gołymin-Ośrodek, Gzy, Nowe Miasto, Ojrzeń, Sochocin, and Świercze, fostering strong regional ties. Sońsk is a place where agricultural tradition blends with modernity, making it a noteworthy point of interest on the map of Masovia.