a circle of the Russian province of Kiew, extending in north latitude from 49. 22. to 49. 56. and in east longitude from 38. 20. to 39. 33. It has a most excellent soil, with rich fattening meadow land. The capital, a city of the same name, is situated on the river Gnilopiat, 975 miles from St Petersburg. It contains 410 houses, with 2830 inhabitants, amongst whom are many Jews. Long. 28. 85. E. Lat. 49. 33. N.