Šarkan


Šarkan is a village and municipality in the Nové Zámky District in the Nitra Region of south-west Slovakia.

History

In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1247.

Geography

The municipality lies at an elevation of 150 metres and covers an area of 13.638 km². It has a population of about 353.

Ethnicity

The population is roughly 88% Hungarian and 12% Slovak.

Facilities

The village has a small public library and a football pitch.