Galleh Dar facts for kids
For the administrative divisions, see Galleh Dar District and Galleh Dar Rural District. For other places with the same name, see Galleh Dar.
Quick facts for kids
Galleh Dar
Persian: گلهدار
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City
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 Galleh Dar
Location in Iran
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| Country | Iran |
| Province | Fars |
| County | Mohr |
| District | Galleh Dar |
| Population
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| • Total | 13,448 |
| Time zone | UTC+3:30 (IRST) |
Galleh Dar (pronounced Gal-leh Dar) is a city located in Iran. It is found in the Fars Province, which is a large area in the southern part of the country. Galleh Dar is also the main city of the Galleh Dar District within Mohr County. It serves as an important center for the surrounding rural areas.
How Many People Live Here?
Population Growth
Galleh Dar has been growing steadily over the years! The number of people living in the city has increased quite a bit.
- In 2006, a census counted 9,982 people living in Galleh Dar. They lived in about 1,995 homes.
- By 2011, the population had grown to 11,354 people. This was spread across 2,648 homes.
- The most recent census in 2016 showed even more growth. The city's population reached 13,448 people, living in 3,589 homes.
Galleh Dar in History
Historical Mentions
Galleh Dar has been mentioned in historical writings. For example, an anthropologist named Henry Field wrote about the city in 1939. He noted that a group of people called Circassians lived there. At that time, about 4,500 Circassians were living in Galleh Dar.
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