Močenok

Močenok (Former names: 1951–1991 - Sládečkovce; 1948–1951 - Mučeníky; before 1927 - Močonok oder Močonek; Mocsonok, Motschenok) is a village and commune in Šaľa District, in the Nitra Region of south-west Slovakia.

History
In historical records the village was first mentioned in 1113.

Geography
The village lies at an altitude of 141 metres and covers an area of 46.39 km². It has a population of about 5315 people.(1.1.2009)

Ethnicity
The village is about 97% Slovak and the other 3% is, mainly, Gypsy

Facilities
The village has a pharmacy, a public library a gym and a football pitch. It also has a DVD rental store and cinema.