Konar-e Jamal (Persian: كنارجمال, also Romanized as Konār-e Jamāl; also known as Konār Jamāl and Konār Jamal) is a village in Konar-e Takhteh and Kaman Rural District, Konar-e Takhteh and Kaman District, Kazerun County, Fars Province, Iran.
Location and Administration Konar-e Jamal is situated within the Fars Province, one of the 31 provinces of Iran, known for its rich historical and cultural heritage. Administratively, it falls under Kazerun County, which is a major county in Fars. The village is part of the Konar-e Takhteh and Kaman District, specifically within the Konar-e Takhteh and Kaman Rural District, an administrative division that groups several villages.
Demographics According to the 2006 National Census, the population of Konar-e Jamal was 2,213, distributed among 452 families. This figure indicates a medium-sized rural community, typical for many villages in the region.
Etymology The name "Konar-e Jamal" is Persian. "Konar-e" (کنار) means "near" or "beside," and "Jamal" (جمال) is a common Arabic and Persian male given name meaning "beauty" or "grace." Thus, the name can be interpreted as "Beside Jamal" or "Near Jamal," possibly referring to a person or a geographical feature.
Economy and Lifestyle As with many rural areas in Fars Province, the economy of Konar-e Jamal is likely centered around agriculture, with residents engaged in farming and related activities. The lifestyle is generally traditional, reflecting the cultural norms and practices prevalent in Iranian villages.