Aliabad (Persian: علي اباد), also Romanized as Alīābād, is a village in [[Murmuri Rural District]], in the [[Murmuri District]] of [[Abdanan County]], [[Ilam Province]], [[Iran]].
Overview
Aliabad is one of many settlements bearing the name Aliabad in Iran; its specific identification is tied to its location within Abdanan County. Abdanan County itself is situated in the western part of Iran, bordering Iraq, and is known for its mountainous terrain, characteristic of the [[Zagros Mountains]].
Location
The village is administratively located within:
- Country: Iran
- Province: [[Ilam Province]]
- County: [[Abdanan County]]
- District: [[Murmuri District]]
- Rural District: [[Murmuri Rural District]]
Demographics
According to the 2016 National Census, Aliabad had a population of 134 people, residing in 37 households. Previous census data from 2006 reported a population of 208 people in 39 families. The decline in population is a trend observed in many rural areas of Iran, often due to migration to larger urban centers for economic opportunities.
Geography and Economy
Like much of Abdanan County, Aliabad is located in an area characterized by foothills and valleys of the Zagros Mountains. The local economy is primarily agrarian, with residents typically engaged in agriculture, including rain-fed farming, and animal husbandry. The climate in the region is generally semi-arid with hot summers and mild winters.
See Also
- [[Abdanan County]]
- [[Ilam Province]]
- [[Murmuri, Ilam]]