Definition
Aliabad, Khusf is a village located within the administrative divisions of Khusf County, in South Khorasan Province, Iran.
Overview
The settlement is situated in the Central District of Khusf County and forms part of a rural district (dehestan) whose name corresponds to the surrounding area. As a component of Iran’s hierarchical territorial organization, the village falls under the jurisdiction of the province (ostān), the county (shahrestān), the district (bakhsh), and finally the rural district. Geographic references place it in the eastern part of the country, within the arid‑semi‑arid landscape characteristic of South Khorasan.
Etymology / Origin
The name “Aliabad” is a compound of the Persian personal name “Ali” (a common given name in the Islamic world) and the suffix “‑abad,” which denotes a cultivated or inhabited place. Consequently, “Aliabad” can be interpreted as “the settlement of Ali.” The addition of “Khusf” identifies the village’s association with Khusf County, distinguishing it from other villages of the same name elsewhere in Iran.
Characteristics
- Demographics: Precise population figures for Aliabad, Khusf are not consistently documented in publicly available censuses. While the 2006 national census of the Islamic Republic of Iran recorded populations for many villages, the specific number for this settlement is not confirmed in accessible sources.
- Economy: Like many rural communities in South Khorasan, the local economy is presumed to rely on agriculture, livestock rearing, and possibly small‑scale trade, adapted to the region’s climatic conditions.
- Infrastructure: Information regarding public services (schools, health centers, utilities) is limited; typical villages in the province have basic amenities but may depend on larger nearby towns for more extensive facilities.
Related Topics
- Khusf County
- South Khorasan Province
- Rural districts of Iran
- List of villages in Khusf County
Note: Accurate and detailed statistical data for Aliabad, Khusf are not confirmed within the currently available encyclopedic sources.