7
Townlands
337
Registros censales
83
Hogares
1
Año del censo
- Personas
- 337
- Hogares
- 83
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Ballyconra is a small rural district located in County Kilkenny in the southeastern part of Ireland. The area is situated in the heart of the Irish Midlands, characterized by gently rolling countryside typical of the region. The landscape consists of pastoral farmland interspersed with hedgerows, small woodlands, and traditional stone walls that divide the fields. Like much of County Kilkenny, the terrain is relatively fertile, making it historically suitable for agricultural pursuits including dairy farming and sheep grazing. The local geography is marked by several small streams and tributaries that feed into larger river systems in the county.
The area has deep roots in Irish rural history, with settlement patterns in Ballyconra reflecting the broader patterns of townland organization that characterize the Irish countryside. As with many rural Irish communities, the district would have been shaped by both Anglo-Norman influence and Gaelic traditions over the centuries. The local heritage is connected to the wider history of County Kilkenny, which has been significant in Irish affairs from medieval times through to the modern period. Traditional farming families have maintained a presence in the area for generations, forming the backbone of the local community.
Ballyconra remains primarily an agricultural community, with farming continuing to play a central role in the lives of residents. The district is representative of rural County Kilkenny, where traditional ways of life persist alongside modern developments. Local churches and community organizations serve as focal points for social gatherings and the maintenance of cultural traditions. The quiet, pastoral character of the area reflects the broader identity of rural Ireland, where strong community bonds and connections to the land remain important values for residents.
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Jurisdicción
República de Irlanda
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Años del censo
1901
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Townlands
7 townlands registradas
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- Distrito
- Ballyconra
- Condado
- Kilkenny
- Irlandés
- Cill Chainnigh
- Jurisdicción
- República de Irlanda
Registros censales
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