Definition
Hoseynabad-e Surmaq is a village located in the Fars Province of Iran.
Overview
The settlement is situated within the administrative divisions of Kazerun County, specifically in the Central District (Bakhsh) and forms part of the Baghestan Rural District. According to the 2006 national census of Iran, Hoseynabad-e Surmaq had a population of 374 individuals, comprising 84 families. The village lies in a predominantly agricultural region, with its economy largely based on farming and livestock rearing.
Etymology/Origin
The name “Hoseynabad” is a compound of the Persian personal name “Hoseyn” (a variant of Husayn, a common given name in the Islamic world) and the suffix “‑abad,” which denotes a settlement or inhabited place. The additional element “Surmaq” refers to the nearby town of Surmaq, linking the village geographically to that locality. Thus, “Hoseynabad-e Surmaq” can be interpreted as “the settlement of Hoseyn associated with Surmaq.”
Characteristics
- Geography: The village is positioned in a semi‑arid climate typical of the Fars region, with an elevation of approximately 1,600 metres above sea level.
- Demographics: The population is primarily composed of ethnic Persians, and the dominant language is Persian (Farsi).
- Economy: Agricultural activities dominate, including cultivation of wheat, barley, and various horticultural crops, alongside animal husbandry.
- Infrastructure: Basic utilities such as electricity and potable water are present, while education and healthcare services are accessed in larger nearby towns such as Surmaq or Kazerun.
Related Topics
- Kazerun County
- Fars Province
- Rural districts of Iran
- Iranian village administrative structure
- Surmaq (city)
Note: The demographic figures are based on the 2006 census; more recent data may not be publicly available.