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Zabul Province

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Also known as Zabul, Zabol Province

province of Afghanistan

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Zabul Province is a region in southern Afghanistan that has historically been an important area due to its strategic location and resources. The province has been significant in Afghanistan's political and military history, particularly during conflicts involving various groups competing for control of the country.

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Located in
Afghanistan
Capital
Qalat
Official language
Pashto
Population
391150
Area
17343.0
Elevation
1852
Time zone
UTC+04:30
Shares border with
Balochistan
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Almond trees in Zabul Province of Afghanistan.jpg
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Zabul Province
office held by head of government
governor
language used
Southern Pashto
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Encyclopedic overview

Zabul Province is one of the 34 provinces of Afghanistan, located in the south of the country. It has a population of 249,000. Zabul became a separate province from neighbouring Kandahar in 1963. Historically, it was part of the Zabulistan region. Qalat serves as the capital of the province. The major ethnic group are Pashtuns. Primary occupations within Zabul are agriculture and animal husbandry.

According to Iranic legend, Zabul is the birthplace of the hero Rostam.

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