Burka District
| Burka برکه (برکه | |
|---|---|
| District | |
  Burka Location within Afghanistan | |
| Coordinates: 36°14′24″N 69°09′36″E / 36.24000°N 69.16000°E | |
| Country |
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| Province | Baghlan Province |
Burka district is in the northeastern part of Baghlan province. Its population is approximately 49,000. The capital is the city of Burka (alternate names: Borkeh, Barkah). It is located in the foothills of the Hindu Kush mountains. The district is prone to earthquakes.
Demographics
The district dominated by Uzbeks at 60%, followed by Tajiks with 20%. Hazaras and Pashtuns share half-half their part in the district.[1]
References
- ↑ "District Profile" (PDF). UNHCR. Retrieved 1 July 2015.
External links
- Map of Settlements United Nations, AIMS, May 2002
- District profile by the UNHCR (9 April, 2002)
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