Oleveni

Oleveni (Macedonian Cyrillic: Олевени) is a village in the Bitola Municipality of North Macedonia, located in the Pelagonia region in the southwestern part of the country. It is situated just south of the city of Bitola, in a historically rich and agricultural area.

The village has long-standing ties to Macedonian Orthodox tradition and rural village life. Many families originating from Oleveni have since migrated abroad, particularly to Australia, where they continue to maintain cultural and familial connections to the village.

Oleveni is home to several heritage sites and religious landmarks, reflecting its cultural importance within the Bitola region.

According to the 2002 census, the village had a population of 157 residents. Due to urban migration and emigration trends, especially to Australia and Europe, Oleveni’s year-round population has declined, but its heritage and connections remain strong among the diaspora.

A significant number of people from Oleveni have settled in cities such as Sydney and Melbourne & Adelaide in Australia. These communities continue to support and visit the village, especially during Orthodox religious holidays and the summer season.

According to the 2002 census, the village had a total of 157 inhabitants. Ethnic groups in the village include: