Explore the digital reference for Latvian state cities, municipalities, parishes, and towns with this stock map collection. This resource is designed for researchers, planners, and travelers who need accurate territorial boundaries and administrative divisions in a ready to use format.
Each file in the set aligns with official statistical geography, supporting data analysis, reporting, and visualization workflows. The materials emphasize clarity, coordinate precision, and compatibility with mapping platforms.
| Map Product | Coverage Scope | Data Source | File Formats |
|---|---|---|---|
| Latvian State Cities Map | All state defined cities | Oficiālās robežas dati | SHP, GeoJSON, KML |
| Municipalities Layer | Current municipalities post reform | Administratīvo teritoriju reģistrs | SHP, GPKG, CSV |
| Parishes Boundary Set | Statistical parishes | Pilsoņu un pagastu robežas | SHP, PDF |
| Towns Reference Table | Classified town list | Valsts statistiskais rādītājs | XLSX, CSV |
State Cities Geographic Coverage
This section focuses on state defined cities as primary urban centers in the Latvian administrative hierarchy. The map stock displays exact city boundaries, core zones, and related infrastructure points.
Each city polygon is attributed with official codes, Latvian names, and English labels to ensure consistent referencing across datasets.
Municipalities Administrative Boundaries
Current Municipality Polygons
Municipalities reflect the reformed administrative structure, grouping towns, parishes, and rural territory under single governance units. The layers include centroid points and population tags where available.
These files support regional planning, funding allocation, and service management at the local government level.
Historical Comparison Option
A supplementary layer outlines pre reform municipality borders, enabling transition analysis and change detection over time.
Parishes and Towns Context
Parishes form the traditional rural subdivision, while towns represent dense settlements with distinct governance roles. Both are captured as separate feature classes with attribute tables.
Users can join statistical indicators, land use data, and transport links to each parish or town for in depth studies.
Key Reference Points
- State cities are treated as separate administrative units with defined urban boundaries.
- Municipalities group parishes and towns under a single governance layer.
- Parishes preserve historical rural divisions and are key for statistical reporting.
- Towns are classified by population density and infrastructure level.
- Attribute tables include codes, names, population, and source metadata.
- Multiple file formats enable integration with GIS, web, and spreadsheet tools.
- Verify licensing to confirm allowed uses for each project type.
FAQ
Reader questions
Which administrative levels are included in the map stock?
The map stock covers state cities, municipalities, parishes, and towns, aligned with the latest official classification.
What file formats are provided for the boundaries?
Primary formats include Shapefile, GeoJSON, GPKG, and PDF documentation for broad software compatibility.
Is the data up to date with recent reforms?
Yes, the datasets reflect current municipality and parish boundaries as published by the official register.
Can I use this stock map for commercial projects?
You should verify licensing terms with the data provider, as commercial use may require specific permissions or attribution.