Reformátusok Romániában a népszámlálási adatokban A református népesség főbb jellemzőinek változása a népszámlálási adatok alapján 1992–2021 között
Reformed Church Members in Romania in Census Data. Changes in the Main Characteristics of the Reformed Population Based on Census Data between 1992 and 2021

Summary/Abstract: This study examines the Reformed population in Romania based on the 2021 census and traces changes since 1992. Four dimensions are analysed: population size, territorial distribution, ethnic composition, and educational attainment. Results show a significant decline in Reformed adherents, while their proportion within the Hungarian minority remains stable. Territorial concentration has increased, particularly in historical strongholds, accompanied by ruralization. The number of non-Hungarian Reformed has grown steadily. Educational attainment among Hungarian Reformed shows relative decline at the highest levels. The study highlights the limitations of census data for ecclesial research and underscores the continuing importance of church records for understanding demographic and social trends within faith communities.

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