**Zelenga**
**Definition:**
Zelenga is a rural locality (a selo) in Russia, situated within the Volzhsky District of the Astrakhan Oblast. It serves as an administrative center of the Zelenginsky Selsoviet.
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**Zelenga**
Zelenga is a rural settlement located in the Volzhsky District of Astrakhan Oblast, Russia. As a selo, it functions as the administrative center of the Zelenginsky Selsoviet, a type of rural municipality within the district. The locality is part of the broader Astrakhan region, which lies in the southern part of European Russia near the Caspian Sea.
### Geography
Zelenga is positioned in the Volga River delta area, characterized by flat terrain and numerous waterways. The region’s climate is continental, with hot summers and cold winters, typical of the southern Russian steppe. Its proximity to the Volga River influences local agriculture and fishing activities.
### Demographics and Economy
The population of Zelenga is relatively small, reflecting its status as a rural community. The local economy primarily revolves around agriculture, fishing, and related industries, benefiting from the fertile lands and abundant water resources of the Volga delta.
### Administration
As the administrative center of Zelenginsky Selsoviet, Zelenga oversees local governance and community services for surrounding smaller settlements within the Volzhsky District.
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**Meta Description:**
Zelenga is a rural locality in Astrakhan Oblast, Russia, serving as the administrative center of Zelenginsky Selsoviet in Volzhsky District. It is situated in the Volga River delta region.