In 1857, the population consisted of 859 Roman Catholics, 250 Greek Catholics and 1057 Jews. Since poverty was rampant, a number of residents decided to leave Galicia and settle in Northern America.
In 1857, Galicia's population included 859 Roman Catholics, 250 Greek Catholics, and 1057 Jews. The widespread poverty led some residents to decide to emigrate from Galicia and settle in Northern America.