Ghafurov District, Administrative district in Sughd Province, Tajikistan.
Ghafurov District spans 2,700 square kilometers in northern Tajikistan, featuring mountains, valleys, and the essential Kayrakkum Reservoir for regional water resources.
The district, established in 1957, lies within the ancient region of Sogdiana and received its name from Bobojon Ghafurov, a significant Tajik historical figure.
The district contains eleven jamoats and one town, representing a population of 380,500 people with Tajik, Uzbek, Kyrgyz, Russian, and Tatar communities.
Agricultural production drives the local economy, with cotton farming generating 19,500 tons annually, supported by irrigation from the Syr Darya river system.
The district surrounds multiple cities including Khujand, maintaining a 95 percent rural population while connecting major urban centers in northern Tajikistan.
Location: Sughd Province
Inception: January 31, 1957
Capital city: Ghafurov
GPS coordinates: 40.42722,69.74389
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:55
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