Yapraklı is a village (Turkish: köy) located within the administrative boundaries of the Kahta District in Adıyaman Province, Turkey. As part of the southeastern Anatolian region, the settlement is situated in a predominantly rural area characterized by its proximity to the Euphrates River basin and the surrounding Taurus Mountains.
Administrative status
- Country: Turkey
- Province: Adıyaman
- District: Kahta
Geography
Yapraklı lies in the southeastern part of the Kahta District. The landscape around the village consists of agricultural fields and natural vegetation, typical of the broader region's semi‑arid climate. Precise geographical coordinates are not widely published in major reference sources.
Etymology
The name “Yapraklı” derives from the Turkish word yaprak, meaning “leaf,” with the suffix -lı indicating “with” or “having.” Consequently, the name can be interpreted as “leafy” or “place with leaves,” suggesting a historically verdant environment.
Demographics
Population figures for Yapraklı are not readily available in major statistical publications. The Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) provides address‑based population data for settlements, but specific numbers for this village have not been disclosed in publicly accessible English‑language encyclopedic sources.
Economy and infrastructure
Information on the village’s economic activities, infrastructure, and public services is limited. Typically, villages in Kahta district engage in agriculture, animal husbandry, and small‑scale trade, but detailed data for Yapraklı is not documented in widely referenced encyclopedic references.
Cultural and historical notes
No notable historical events or culturally significant sites associated specifically with Yapraklı have been documented in major reference works. The village is part of the broader cultural tapestry of the Kahta region, which is known for its proximity to the historic site of Mount Nemrut.
References
- Turkish Statistical Institute (TÜİK) – Address Based Population Registration System (ADNKS).
- Administrative division records of the Republic of Turkey.
Note: The information presented reflects the extent of verifiable data available from reliable encyclopedic sources. Where specific details (e.g., population figures, coordinates) are absent, the entry acknowledges the lack of published information.