Zarechny, Penza Oblast

Zarechny (Заре́чный), called Penza-19 (Пе́нза-19) in 1962–1992, is a closed town in Penza Oblast, Russia, located 12 km east of Penza. Population:

History
It was formed in 1958, on the territory of Penza's Zarechny City District. It was closed and named Penza-19 in 1962 and renamed Zarechny in 1992.

Administrative and municipal status
Within the framework of administrative divisions, it is incorporated as the town of oblast significance of Zarechny—an administrative unit with the status equal to that of the districts. As a municipal division, the town of oblast significance of Zarechny is incorporated as Zarechny Urban Okrug.

Economy
Zarechny's main employer is Rosatom and a major industry is manufacture of nuclear weapon components. Other industries include electronics and software.

Notable people

 * Maria Titova, rhythmic gymnast