Rahmatabad, Khatam is a village located in Iran, within Yazd Province. Administratively, it is part of the Chahak Rural District, which falls under the Central District of Khatam County. As a settlement, it is classified as a village.
Geographical and Administrative Context
- Country: Iran
- Province: Yazd
- County: Khatam (also spelled Khatam)
- District (Bakhsh): Central
- Rural District: Chahak
Demographics
Population figures for Rahmatabad, Khatam have been documented in national censuses; however, specific numbers for recent censuses are not readily available in accessible encyclopedic sources. Consequently, precise demographic data (such as total population, household count, or population density) cannot be confirmed at this time.
Time Zone
- Standard Time: Iran Standard Time (IRST) – UTC +3:30
- Daylight Saving: Iran Daylight Time (IRDT) – UTC +4:30 (observed during daylight‑saving months)
Etymology
The name “Rahmatabad” is derived from Persian, where “rahmat” means “mercy” or “blessing,” and the suffix “‑abad” denotes a settlement or inhabited place. Thus, the name can be interpreted as “settlement of mercy” or “blessed town.” The addition of “Khatam” identifies the village’s location within Khatam County, distinguishing it from other villages named Rahmatabad in Iran.
Notes on Sources
Information about Rahmatabad, Khatam is limited to standard geographic and administrative records. Detailed historical, cultural, or socioeconomic data are not extensively documented in publicly available encyclopedic references.
