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Townlands
681
Registros censales
145
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 334
- Hogares
- 75
- Personas
- 347 +3.9%
- Hogares
- 70 -6.7%
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Kilrush is a small village located in County Kildare in the province of Leinster, in the east-central part of Ireland. The village sits within the broader landscape of the Kildare plains, an area characterized by relatively gentle, agricultural terrain. Like much of County Kildare, Kilrush is positioned in a region known for farming and pastoral activities, with the landscape shaped by centuries of human settlement and land use. The village itself is situated amid the rural countryside that defines much of this part of the county, accessible via local roads that connect it to larger towns and regional centers.
Kilrush, like many Irish villages, has roots extending back centuries. The name itself, derived from Irish "Cill Ruis" (referring to a church or cell dedicated to Saint Rus), suggests early Christian settlement in the area. The village would have developed over time as a local community hub, with its character shaped by agricultural practices, local governance, and the patterns of Irish rural life. While specific major historical events may be limited to local records and community memory, the village forms part of County Kildare's broader historical narrative as a region with medieval monastic heritage and continuous settlement.
Today, Kilrush functions as a small rural community within County Kildare, serving as a focal point for local residents and maintaining the character typical of Ireland's village settlements. The community likely includes typical village amenities and services that support local life, from small businesses to local associations. For residents and those with family connections to the area, Kilrush represents an important part of their local identity and heritage. The village embodies the quieter, agricultural side of Irish life that contrasts with larger urban centers, contributing to the cultural and social fabric of rural Kildare.
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Jurisdicción
República de Irlanda
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Años del censo
1901, 1911
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Townlands
21 townlands registradas
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- Distrito
- Kilrush
- Condado
- Kildare
- Irlandés
- Cill Dara
- Jurisdicción
- República de Irlanda
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