Meitar, Local council in southern Israel
Meitar is a local council in southern Israel situated in the Beersheba Subdistrict at 418 meters above sea level. The settlement spreads across the landscape between the Bedouin towns of Hura and Laqiya.
The community was founded in 1984 and received local council status three years later, marking a strategic development in Israel's southern region. This establishment was part of the broader settlement expansion in the Negev area during that period.
The name Meitar comes from Hebrew meaning 'tent string', reflecting the community's connection to its location near the Yatir Forest and the pastoral traditions of the region.
The area has several schools including Psagot Elementary School, Amit Elementary School, and Meitarim High School serving the local population. Its location between two Bedouin communities makes it a point of interest for visitors exploring the southern region.
The community has a high socioeconomic rating, indicating strong development and stability within this Negev settlement. This reflects how the area has grown into an established community in just a few decades.
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