Gilan-e Gharb County (Persian: شهرستان گیلانغرب) is an administrative subdivision (shahrestān) of Kermanshah Province, Iran. Its capital is the city of Gilan-e Gharb.
Geography
The county is situated in the western part of Kermanshah Province, within the Zagros mountain range. The terrain is predominantly mountainous with valleys that support agricultural activities. Specific data on the total land area of the county are not available in the current reliable sources.
Administrative divisions
Gilan-e Gharb County is divided into two districts (bakhsh):
- Central District
- Gowavar District
These districts are further subdivided into several rural districts (dehestān) and contain two cities: Gilan-e Gharb (the county capital) and a second city whose name appears in official records as a separate urban center.
Demographics
According to the national censuses conducted by the Statistical Center of Iran, the population of Gilan-e Gharb County has shown modest growth:
- 2006 census: 60,671 inhabitants in 13,106 households.
- 2011 census: 62,818 inhabitants in 15,220 households.
- 2016 census: 63,072 inhabitants in 16,605 households.
The population is primarily composed of Kurdish-speaking communities, reflecting the ethnic composition of the broader Kermanshah region.
Economy
The county's economy is largely based on agriculture, animal husbandry, and related rural activities. Specific industrial or commercial sectors have not been detailed in the available encyclopedic sources.
History
Gilan-e Gharb County forms part of the historic region of Kermanshah, which has been inhabited since antiquity. The county, as an administrative entity, was established under the modern administrative reforms of Iran; however, the exact date of its formal creation is not specified in the accessible references.
Infrastructure and transport
Road connections link Gilan-e Gharb to other parts of Kermanshah Province and neighboring counties, facilitating the movement of people and goods. Detailed information on public services, education, and healthcare facilities is limited in the current sources.
References
- Statistical Center of Iran, Census data (2006, 2011, 2016).
- Official publications of Kermanshah Province administrative divisions.
Note: The above summary is based on information available from reliable encyclopedic sources up to the knowledge cutoff date. Where specific details are lacking, the entry reflects the absence of verifiable data.
