According to the data by National Statistical Institute the population of the municipality of Momchilgrad on 31^st December 2008 amounts to 16 354 people; 8148  are men and 8206 are women, by comparison with the year 2000 there has been reported a decrease of 4768 people.

 There have been serious differences in the total population according to used categories.The permanent population of the municipality, registered in July 2009, is  37 650 according to the data by GRAO/…./The differences with the NSI is the result of the reporting of the population who have a permanent address in Momchilgrad/ or who are domiciled in Momchilgrad, and this, with current addressoutside of Bulgaria or other placesin our country. According to data by the GRAO, 19 4951 people in the municipality were registered in a current resident address in July of 2009. Data on the demographic development of the municipality of Momchilgrad in terms of processes and population structure are in the information of National Statistical Institute, in view of the fact that theother sources of information include only the totalnumber of population.

The ethnic composition of the population, according to data from the last census in 2001, is – 17.1%Bulgarian,81.80% Turkish, 1.1% Gypsies.

The natural growth has been positive over the last 5 years as 2008 is 26. In 2008 in the municipality of Momchilgrad, 193 were born and 167 died. In the region it is negative – 71/

The mechanical growth is negative (-104 people) and in the region it is (-537) 205 people have emigrated out of town and 99 people have settled. The negative demographic growth in recent years is due mainly to  migration.

History of co-operation and town  twinning

Twin cities

Momchlgrad is twinned with: The municipality of Saraybahche, Turkey and The municipality of Sosstis, Greece.

Protocol of Co-operation between Momchilgrad Municipality andSaraybahche Municipality –June, 2006

In year 2006, in response to the willingness to develop the contacts, partnerships and co-operation, expressed by the people of both regions, , was sign a co-operation Protocol ofon cultural, educational, sporting, social and others. issues. . by the Momchilgrad Municipality-Republic of Bulgaria and Saraybahche Municipality-Republic of TurkeySaraybahche and several other communitiesunited in the municipality of Izmit and is expected to continue cooperation with the signing of a protocol between Momchilgrad and Izmit

The municipality of Sostiss

In order to promote and stimulate the co-operation and partnerships between the two municipalities, and also in order to maintain sustainable feelings of friendship, understanding and respect between the people of both regions, in October 1997, was signed an Agreement on development of co-operation and contacts between Municipality Momchilgrad – Republic of Bulgaria and Municipality Sostiss- Republic of Creece.

Objectives of the Agreement:

·        establishment of cultural, social, technical and creative relationship,

·        organization of seminars related to European practices,

·        exchange of practical skills and knowledge.

Institutions

District Court - Momchilgrad

1.     2. Peter Mirchev  St, tel 0361/58753,03631/6002, 03631/6003,

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Chairman --  Jordan Gerov

2.     Prosecutor's Office - Momchilgrad

2 “Peter Mirchev” St, phone: 03631/6568, 03631/6569

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District Attorney --Maria Mikhailova

    3.       RU Ministry of Interior - Momchilgrad

15”Gyumyurdzhinska “Street №, phone: 03631/6111, 03631/6112 and tel 166

Head: Krassimir Sotirov

4.     Office "work" - Momchilgrad

20 “December 26 "Street №, phone: 03631/6297
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Director -- Gyulshen Ahmedova

5.     Directorate of Social Assistance – Momchilgrad

8"Vasil Levski"  , phone: 03631/6564 and 03631/6742

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Director -- Gyulshen Mollahasan

6.     Regional Probation Service - Momchilgrad

phone: 03631/6033

Senior Inspector -- Sevgyuzar Hodzha

7.     Municipal Service "Agriculture" - Momchilgrad

1December 26 " Street, phone: 03631/6089

e-mail: oszg-mgbitex.bg

Head -- Hussein Salih

8.     RUSO - Kardjali

Street Bulair "№ 35, phone: 0361/66425, 0361/66493

e-mail: Kardjhali @NSSI.BG

Director: Gergana Stoyanova

9.     TD of NRA - Kardjali

1"Despot Slav"st., phone: 0361/66301

Director: Elvan Gyurkash

Hotels

Momchilgrad hotel complex is situated 2km east from the town of Momchilgrad and offers all kind facilities for your pleasant stayIt has the 84 seats / rooms and apartments /, outdoor swimming pool, parking, summer bar, a playground with swings, a conference room and sauna. Hotel complex is locatedleftimmediately before Momchilgrad way of Kardzhali - Momchilgrad. There are also many local attractions to be visited and to make you stay interesting and unforgettable.

Tel.:  03631/6034 and 0888342641, www.hk--mg.link.bg,e-mail: //This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it./">www.hk @ mg.link.bg

Holiday village club Makaza

The complex is situated in a beautiful area along the bank of “Varbitsa” river on the crossroad of Kardzhali, Momchilgrad and Dzhebel, 5km away from Kardzhali and 4km from Momchilgrad.The complex comprises:16 hotel rooms, including 3 with Jacuzzi, and bathtub, 3 bedrooms and 10 double luxurious rooms facing the swimming pool; Indoors restaurant for 100 people; Summer restaurant for 500 people with view over "Varbitsa" river; Summer bar with view over “Varbitsa”, tables situated on terraces with marvelous view towards “Varbitsa”, waterfall flowing to the river will calm you from the stress of the city life; Big swimming pool, children pool, summer jacuzzi, which are connected to modern water treating equipmen
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Rest base “Nanovitsa”

It has 22 beds - in rooms with 2, 4 beds and one apartment. It is located near the village Nanovitsa, Momchilgrad municipality, district of Kardzhali.The rest base offers summerhouse, guarded parking, private lounge with fireplace. There are regular bus lines from Momchilgrad to the hut . The road to the hut with own car – from Momchilgrad – village of Raven - villageof Tatul – to village of Nanovitsa. Tel.: 0361/62419 and 03639/310, 0887200094 and0887959197,emailwww.nanovitsa.hit.bg

Family hotel Konak

The hotel offers its guests a total of 7 elegantly appointed rooms and 3 luxury suites. The unique atmosphere is complemented by a fascinating view to the "Pine Forest". All rooms are equipped with air conditioning, cable TV, bathroom with tub and toilet, mini bar and wireless internet connection Tel: 03631 / 6127
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Address: Momchilgrad 1.. San Stefano " str

Hotel Berito

Hotel "BERITO" is located in the center of Momchilgrad which is convenient for visitors to the hotel. Nearby are the Municipal administration, post office, police, bus station, railway station and pharmacy.The hotel offers 10 double room,3 apartments ,a studio with Jacuzzi ,lobby bar with a capacity of 150 seats, suitable for collective visits and summer garden.

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Address: ul "Gyumyurdzhinska" № 30