Landi Kotal Tehsil facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Landi Kotal
تحصیل لنڈی کوتل
لنډي کوتل تحصیل |
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Tehsils
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Region |  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| District | Khyber District |
| Seat | Landi Kotal |
| Population
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| • Tehsils | 274,409 |
| • Urban | 33,697 |
| • Rural | 240,712 |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
Landi Kotal is a special area in Pakistan. It is like a large sub-district or a group of villages. This area is officially known as a tehsil. Landi Kotal is located in the Khyber District, which is part of the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa region in Pakistan.
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What is Landi Kotal?
Landi Kotal is a tehsil. A tehsil is a type of administrative area in Pakistan. Think of it like a county or a major subdivision within a larger district. It helps to organize local government and services for the people living there.
Where is Landi Kotal Located?
Landi Kotal is found in the northwestern part of Pakistan. It's specifically in the Khyber District. This district is famous for its historical Khyber Pass, which is a very important mountain pass connecting Pakistan and Afghanistan.
How Many People Live Here?
According to a count done in 2017, about 274,409 people live in Landi Kotal. Most of these people live in rural areas, which means they live in villages or the countryside. A smaller number live in urban areas, which are more like towns.
- Total population: 274,409 people
- People in towns (urban): 33,697
- People in villages (rural): 240,712
Who is in Charge?
The main leader of Landi Kotal Tehsil is called the Chairman. As of now, the Chairman is Shah Khalid. He is part of a political group called TIP. The Chairman helps manage the local government and services for the people of Landi Kotal.
