Definition
Dowlatabad, Azna is a village located in Silakhor Rural District, Silakhor District, Azna County, within Lorestan Province, Iran.
Overview
Dowlatabad forms part of the administrative hierarchy of Iran, being situated in the western part of the country. According to the national census conducted in 2006, the village had a population of 208 individuals, comprising 49 families. The settlement is one of several locales named “Dowlatabad” throughout Iran, distinguished here by its affiliation with Azra County and the Silakhor region.
Etymology/Origin
The name “Dowlatabad” derives from Persian components: “dowlat” (دولت) meaning “state” or “government,” and the suffix “‑ābād” (آباد) meaning “inhabited place” or “cultivated settlement.” Thus, the toponym can be interpreted as “state‑built settlement” or “government‑established village.” The specific historical circumstances of its founding are not documented in publicly available sources.
Characteristics
- Geographical setting: The village lies within the mountainous terrain of Lorestan Province, an area characterized by a mix of agricultural lands and hilly landscapes.
- Administrative affiliation: It falls under the jurisdiction of Silakhor Rural District, which is part of the Silakhor District (bakhsh) of Azna County.
- Demographics: As of the 2006 census, the population density was low, reflecting its status as a small rural community. Updated demographic data beyond 2006 is not readily available.
- Economy: While detailed economic data is lacking, villages in the Silakhor region traditionally engage in agriculture, livestock rearing, and related rural activities.
- Infrastructure: Information on local infrastructure such as schools, health centers, or transportation links is not comprehensively documented in accessible sources.
Related Topics
- Azna County – The broader administrative division encompassing Dowlatabad.
- Lorestan Province – The province in western Iran where the village is located.
- Silakhor District – The district (bakhsh) that includes the village and surrounding rural settlements.
- Iranian rural settlement naming conventions – The use of the suffix “‑ābād” in place names throughout Iran.
Note: The information provided reflects data available from the 2006 national census and general geographic records; subsequent developments or more recent statistics have not been confirmed.