Amirabad, Bam is a village located in the Central District of Bam County, within Kerman Province, Iran. The settlement is administratively part of the Howmeh Rural District. According to the national census conducted by the Statistical Center of Iran in 2006, Amirabad had a population of 1,247 individuals residing in 306 families. The village's coordinates are approximately 29°07′N latitude and 58°22′E longitude, placing it in the southeastern region of the country.
The name “Amirabad” is a compound of Persian elements: “Amir,” meaning “commander” or “prince,” and the suffix “‑abad,” which denotes a cultivated place or settlement. As such, the name can be interpreted as “the settlement of the Amir.” The suffix is commonly used in Iranian toponyms to indicate villages or towns founded or patronized by a notable figure.
Amirabad is situated in a region characterized by an arid climate, with hot summers and mild winters. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, supported by irrigation systems that draw water from nearby qanats and seasonal streams. Common crops in the area include wheat, barley, and pistachios, which are typical of the broader Bam County agricultural profile.
Infrastructure in Amirabad includes basic road connectivity to the city of Bam, the county’s administrative center, which lies approximately 15 kilometers to the north. Educational facilities consist of a primary school, while secondary and higher education services are accessed in Bam. Healthcare provision is limited to a local clinic, with more comprehensive medical services available in the city.
The village observes the Iran Standard Time (IRST) zone, operating at UTC+3:30, and observes Iran Daylight Time (IRDT, UTC+4:30) during the daylight saving period.
Note: The data presented reflects the most recent publicly available census information as of 2006. Subsequent demographic and infrastructural changes may not be captured in this entry.