Azizak Rural District
Azizak Rural District
دهستان عزيزك | |
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Country | Iran |
Province | Mazandaran |
County | Babolsar |
District | Bahnemir |
Population (2006) | |
• Total | 3,860 |
Azizak Rural District (Template:Lang-fa) is a rural district (dehestan) in Bahnemir District, Babolsar County, Mazandaran Province, Iran.[1] At the 2006 census, its population was 3,860, in 1,040 families.[2] The rural district has 1 village.
Azizak Rural District is located in the foothills of the Binalud Mountains, and the district's landscape is characterized by rugged terrain and steep slopes. The district is situated at an altitude of around 1,400 meters above sea level.
The district is relatively remote, and the main road connecting it to other parts of the region is the Qaen-Mashhad road, which passes through the neighboring district of Rahan. The nearest major city is Mashhad, which is located around 160 kilometers to the northwest of Azizak.
The people of Azizak Rural District are primarily Persian-speaking and follow the Shia branch of Islam. The district has several historical sites and landmarks, including ancient fortresses and towers, that reflect the region's rich cultural heritage.
In recent years, the Iranian government has invested in infrastructure development in the region, including the construction of new roads and the expansion of irrigation systems. This has helped to improve the living conditions and economic prospects of the local population.
References
- ^ "INCSGN Search". Iranian National Committee for Standardization of Geographical Names (in Persian). Tehran: National Cartographic Center of Iran. Archived from the original on 2 May 2019.
- ^ "Census of the Islamic Republic of Iran, 1385 (2006)" (Excel). Statistical Center of Iran. Archived from the original on 2011-09-20.