Kamdesh Postal Codes, Nuristan Afghanistan

The postal code for Kamdesh is 2954 in Nuristan, Afghanistan. The table below lists ZIP codes and postcodes for places within Kamdesh.

Kamdesh on the Map

The map above highlights the geographic boundaries of the Kamdesh districts in Afghanistan. The postal codes listed on this page correspond to specific towns, villages, and post offices within this area.

What to Know About Kamdesh

Key Facts

Kamdesh is a district located in the northeastern part of Nuristan Province in eastern Afghanistan. Situated in the rugged Hindu Kush mountains, Kamdesh occupies a strategic position near the border with Pakistan's Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province. The district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has an estimated population of around 40,000 people, primarily consisting of Nuristani ethnic groups. Kamdesh is administratively divided into several smaller sub-districts and villages, with the district center also called Kamdesh serving as the main population hub. The region is characterized by its mountainous terrain, with elevations ranging from 1,500 to over 3,000 meters above sea level, and is traversed by the Landay Sin River valley. Historically, Kamdesh has been significant for its location along ancient trade routes and gained military importance during the Afghanistan conflict due to its proximity to the Pakistan border. The district's economy is predominantly based on subsistence agriculture, livestock rearing, and limited timber resources. For comprehensive postal code information and detailed addressing data for the various villages and sub-regions within Kamdesh District, our database provides complete coverage of this remote mountainous area.

Neighboring Regions

* Barg-i Matal District

* Wama District

* Nurgram District

* Mandol District