Urozgan

Information Urozgan

Uruzgan is a mountainous province in central-southern Afghanistan with its capital at Tarinkot. It has a population of approximately 436,000-580,000, primarily composed of Pashtun and Hazara communities. The region has a historically unstable security situation, a tribal social structure, and an economy heavily reliant on agriculture, including poppy cultivation.
Key Geographical and Demographic Details
• Location: Bordered by Daykundi, Ghazni, Zabul, Kandahar, and Helmand provinces.
• Terrain: Largely mountainous and semi-mountainous, with limited flat land suitable for farming.
• Districts: Major areas include Tarinkot, Chora, Deh Rawud, Khas Uruzgan, and Gizab.
• Population: Around 580k with 410k in need of humanitarian assistance (2022 data).
Economy and Infrastructure
• Agriculture: Small-scale farming is dominant, with land ownership usually between 1-30 jeribs.
• Cultivation: Poppy production has historically been a significant part of the local economy.
• Development: The area has seen recent construction of schools and roads, but overall development remains challenging.
History and Security
• Historical Context: Historically part of the ancient kingdom of Arachosia, it later became part of the Durrani Empire.
• Security: The province has been a volatile, high-conflict area with significant Taliban presence and influence.
• International Presence: Uruzgan was the site of the Dutch-led Task Force Uruzgan (2006-2010).
• Demographic Change: In 2004, the northern part of the province was split to form Daykundi Province.
Tourist attractions:
1.Natural hot Springs
2.Chashma-e-Siah
3.Awi baba Spring
4.Tarinkot central bazaar
5.Grand mosque of tarinkot
6.Mazar Baba Spring