Žarnov (Hungarian: Zsarnó) is a village and municipality in Košice-okolie District in the Kosice Region of eastern Slovakia.

Košice-okolie District in the Košice Region

History

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In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1332.

Geography

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The village lies at an altitude of 205 metres and covers an area of 7.197 km2. It has a population of about 420 people.

Ethnicity

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The population is almost entirely Hungarian in ethnicity.

Government

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The municipal seat of the tax office and district office is located at Moldava nad Bodvou and the seat of the police force is at Turňa nad Bodvou.

Culture

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The village has a public library and a number of food stores.

Sport

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The village has a football pitch.

Transport

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The nearest railway station is at Turňa nad Bodvou.

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48°35′N 20°56′E / 48.583°N 20.933°E / 48.583; 20.933