Qilla Abdullah District facts for kids
Killa Abdullah is a district located in the northwest part of the Balochistan province in Pakistan. You might also hear it called Qilla Abdullah or Abdullah Qilla. Its name in Pashto is قلعہ عبد الله.
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What is a District?
A district is like a smaller area within a larger province or state. Think of it as a neighborhood or a town, but much bigger! Countries are often divided into provinces, and then provinces are divided into districts to help manage things like schools, hospitals, and local services more easily. Killa Abdullah is one of these important districts in Balochistan.
Where is Killa Abdullah Located?
Killa Abdullah is in the northwest of Balochistan. Balochistan is the largest province in Pakistan by land area. It's known for its mountains, deserts, and a long coastline. Killa Abdullah's location in the northwest means it's close to the border with Afghanistan.
How Killa Abdullah is Managed
Districts are often divided into even smaller parts called "tehsils" (sometimes called sub-districts or subdivisions). These tehsils help local governments serve the people better. Killa Abdullah District has several tehsils that help manage different areas within it.
Tehsils of Killa Abdullah
- Chaman Tehsil
- Dobandi Tehsil
- Qilla Abdullah Tehsil
- Gulistan Tehsil
