# Surgut Guide: The Oil Capital of Western Siberia
> Explore Surgut, the energy heart of Russia. Learn about its oil economy, Surgut-2 power plant, history from 1594, and high living standards.

Tags: surgut, siberia, oil-industry, energy-sector, russia-economy, surgutneftegaz, gazprom
## SURGUT | The Oil Capital of Siberia
* Overview of Surgut as the largest city in Khanty-Mansi Autonomous Okrug–Yugra.

## Overview
* Population: Exceeding 396,000.
* Known as the 'Oil Capital of Russia' and the region's economic engine.

## Strategic Geography
* Located on the Ob River in Western Siberia.
* Surrounded by taiga forests and energy reserves.
* Transportation hub for rail, highway, and river traffic.

## Historical Roots
* Founded in 1594 as a military fortress.
* Transformed into an industrial center after oil discoveries in the 1960s.

## Demographic Strength
* Shows strong natural population growth compared to European Russia.
* Birth Rate Index: 165 vs. 100 baseline.

## Energy Economy
* Headquarters of Surgutneftegaz and major Gazprom units.
* Wealth built on hydrocarbon extraction and processing.

## Global Impact
* Home to Surgut-2, the world's second-largest gas-fired power plant.

## High Living Standards
* High wages in the energy sector.
* Vehicle ownership: ~180,000 owners out of a population of 396,443.
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