Sar-e Pol Province

Sar-e Pol is a northern province of Afghanistan dominated by mountainous and semi-mountainous terrain. Much of the land rises into hills and mountains that shape both the landscape and settlement patterns.

The region was governed by the Khanate of Bukhara from the early 16th century until the mid-18th century. It then fell under the control of the Durrani Empire and remained part of its domain.

Multiple ethnic groups have made this region their home, each maintaining distinct customs and ways of life that shape the communities here. Walking through settlements, you notice how different traditions coexist in daily routines.

The province connects to major routes through a highway that links to other important regions and settlements. This main road serves as the primary way to move through and between towns.

The literacy rate more than doubled in less than a decade through focused educational efforts. This rapid change shows how schools have transformed opportunities for people in the region.

Location: Afghanistan

Capital city: Sar-e Pol

Elevation above the sea: 1,601 m

Shares border with: Faryab Province, Bamyan Province, Samangan Province, Jowzjan Province, Ghor Province, Balkh Province

GPS coordinates: 35.60000,66.30000

Latest update: December 7, 2025 19:28