Sunzhensky District

Sunzhensky District is a municipal area in Ingushetia encompassing eleven rural settlements with Sunzha as its administrative center. The district spreads across eastern and central Ingushetia with several smaller villages distributed throughout its territory.

The district was established in 1992 as an independent municipal unit based on territories from the former Sunzha Cossack Okrug during the Russian Imperial era. This historical administrative structure shaped the current territorial organization of the region.

Rural communities throughout the district maintain their local traditions and ways of life. These settlements form the center of daily social and economic activity in the region.

The district operates on Moscow Standard Time, which is helpful to know when planning visits or scheduling activities. The area is organized around rural settlements, so expect basic services and infrastructure typical of countryside regions.

Sunzha as the administrative center holds a large share of the district's total population in a single location. This concentration makes the town the economic and administrative hub for the entire region.

Location: Ingushetia

Inception: June 4, 1992

Capital city: Sunzha

GPS coordinates: 43.31670,45.06670

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:43