Pashtun Zarghun Postal Codes: 3056 | Herat

Key Facts

Pashtun Zarghun is a district located in the central part of Herat Province in western Afghanistan. As an administrative district, it plays an important role in connecting the agricultural heartlands of Herat with both provincial and national networks. Geographically, it lies southeast of the provincial capital, Herat city, and is characterized by fertile valleys, rolling hills, and access to water resources that make it one of the province’s productive farming regions. The district is primarily rural, with an estimated population of around 55,000 to 60,000 people, most of whom rely on subsistence and commercial agriculture. Wheat, barley, fruits, and vegetables are widely cultivated, while animal husbandry adds to the local economy. Pashtun Zarghun is organized into numerous villages that form the backbone of its administrative and social life, each governed by local elders within the traditional Afghan framework. Educational and health facilities have expanded in recent years, but infrastructure challenges such as road conditions and limited access to services remain. The district’s position gives it strong cultural and economic ties to neighboring areas, fostering trade and cooperation within Herat Province. For practical purposes, including administrative tasks and postal code access, Pashtun Zarghun stands out as a distinct district within Herat’s regional structure.

Neighboring Regions

• Karukh
• Obe
• Farsi
• Adraskan
• Guzara