Saheb, Iran facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Saheb Persian: صاحب Sorani Kurdish: ساحێو
City
Saheb Location in Iran Show map of Iran Saheb Location in Iran Kurdistan Show map of Iran Kurdistan
Country	Iran
Province	Kurdistan
County	Saqqez
District	Ziviyeh
Population  (2016)
• Total	3,101
Time zone	UTC+3:30 (IRST)

Saheb (which is also spelled Sahib) is a city located in Iran. It's a special place because it's the main city, or "capital," of the Ziviyeh District. This district is part of Saqqez County, which is in the Kurdistan province. Saheb also helps manage the area known as Saheb Rural District. Before Saheb, the city of Santeh used to be the capital of this district.

People of Saheb

Who Lives in Saheb?

The people who live in Saheb are mostly Kurds. Kurds are an ethnic group with their own unique culture and language. They have a rich history in this region.

How Many People Live Here?

The number of people living in Saheb has grown over the years.

• In 2006, a survey counted 1,489 people living in 344 homes.
• By 2011, the population had increased to 2,294 people in 514 homes.
• The most recent count in 2016 showed that 3,101 people lived in Saheb, across 800 homes. This shows the city is growing!