Deh Sheykh-e Tasuj (Persian: ده شيخ تسوج, also romanized as Deh Shēykh-e Tāsūj) is a village in the [[Tasuj District]] of [[Chabahar County]], [[Sistan and Baluchestan Province]], [[Iran]].
As of the [[2006 Iranian census]], its population was 161, in 30 families.
Etymology
The name "Deh Sheykh-e Tasuj" is descriptive of its location and characteristics:- Deh (ده): A Persian word meaning "village".
- Sheykh (شیخ): Refers to an elder, chief, or religious leader, possibly indicating a historical leader or a prominent family within the village.
- Tasuj (تسوج): Denotes the [[Tasuj District]] in which the village is situated, providing its geographical affiliation.
Geography
Deh Sheykh-e Tasuj is located in the southeastern part of Iran, within the Tasuj District of Chabahar County. This region is part of the vast Sistan and Baluchestan Province, characterized by its diverse landscapes ranging from coastal areas along the [[Gulf of Oman]] to arid inland plains and mountainous terrains. The climate is generally hot and dry.Demographics
According to the 2006 national census, Deh Sheykh-e Tasuj had a recorded population of 161 inhabitants, distributed among 30 households. As with many rural areas in Iran, population figures can experience fluctuations due to factors such as internal migration, economic opportunities, and natural population changes.Administration
The village is administered as part of the Tasuj District, which falls under the jurisdiction of Chabahar County. Chabahar County is one of the administrative divisions of Sistan and Baluchestan Province, a large province in southeastern Iran.See also
- [[Tasuj District]]
- [[Chabahar County]]
- [[Sistan and Baluchestan Province]]
- [[List of cities, towns and villages in Sistan and Baluchestan Province]]
References
{{reflist}}[[Category:Villages in Chabahar County]] [[Category:Populated places in Sistan and Baluchestan Province]]