Safashahr facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Safashahr Persian: صفاشهر
City
Safashahr Location in Iran
Country	Iran
Province	Fars
County	Khorrambid
District	Central
Population  (2016)
• Total	26,933
Time zone	UTC+3:30 (IRST)

Safashahr (Persian: صفاشهر) is a city located in Fars Province, Iran. It is an important city because it serves as the main center, or capital, for both the Khorrambid County and its Central District. Safashahr was created in 1991 when two places, the village of Khorrami and the city of Deh Bid, joined together.

How Many People Live in Safashahr?

Understanding Population Counts

Counting how many people live in a city is important. This count is called a census. Governments do a census to learn about their population. It helps them plan for schools, hospitals, and other needs.

Safashahr's Population Over Time

The population of Safashahr has grown over the years.

• In 2006, a national census showed that 22,254 people lived in the city. They lived in 5,556 homes.
• By 2011, the population had increased to 26,091 people. There were 7,045 homes counted then.
• The most recent census in 2016 recorded 26,933 people living in Safashahr. At that time, there were 8,036 homes.