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Asir

Persian: اسير
City
Asir is located in Iran
Asir
Asir
Location in Iran
Country Iran
Province Fars
County Mohr
District Asir
Population
 (2016)
 • Total 3,042
Time zone UTC+3:30 (IRST)

Asir (Persian: اسير) is a city located in the country of Iran. It is found in the Fars Province, which is a large region in southern Iran. Asir is the main city, or capital, of the Asir District within Mohr County. It also helps manage the surrounding rural areas.

How Many People Live in Asir?

Population Changes Over Time

The number of people living in Asir has changed quite a bit over the years.

  • 2006 Census: Back in 2006, Asir was a village. About 2,181 people lived there in 465 homes.
  • 2011 Census: By 2011, Asir had grown and was officially made a city. The population was almost the same, with 2,180 people, but there were more homes, 605 in total.
  • 2016 Census: The most recent count in 2016 showed a bigger jump. The city's population grew to 3,042 people living in 865 homes. This shows Asir is a growing city!
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