Deir Qaq

Deir Qaq is a Palestinian village located in the Ramallah and al-Bireh Governorate, in the central West Bank. It lies approximately 15 kilometers (9.3 miles) northeast of Ramallah. The village is primarily an agricultural community. Its name, "Deir Qaq," roughly translates to "Monastery of Qaq" or "Monastery of the Cake" (depending on interpretation of the word "Qaq").

Historically, Deir Qaq has been subject to the political and social dynamics affecting the wider Palestinian territories. After the 1948 Arab-Israeli War, the West Bank came under Jordanian control. Following the 1967 Six-Day War, the area, including Deir Qaq, has been under Israeli occupation.

The economy of Deir Qaq relies primarily on agriculture, with olives and other crops being significant sources of income for residents. Like many Palestinian villages in the West Bank, Deir Qaq faces challenges related to access to land, water resources, and movement restrictions due to the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Demographically, Deir Qaq is populated by Palestinian Arabs. Information regarding the exact population figures can vary depending on the source and year of census.

Reliable and detailed historical accounts specifically focused on Deir Qaq are relatively scarce compared to larger cities or regions. Much of the historical information available is interwoven within the broader context of the history of Palestine and the West Bank.