Yosuf Khel Postal Codes: 2460 | Paktika

Key Facts

Yosuf Khel is a district located in the southeastern part of Paktika Province in eastern Afghanistan. Situated in a rugged, mountainous region near the Pakistan border, Yosuf Khel occupies a strategic position within the larger administrative framework of Afghanistan. The district covers an area of approximately 1,200 square kilometers and has an estimated population of around 45,000 people, primarily consisting of Pashtun tribes who have historically inhabited this border region. Yosuf Khel is divided into several smaller administrative units and villages that dot the challenging terrain characterized by high mountains and deep valleys. The district's economy is predominantly agricultural, with subsistence farming and livestock rearing being the main livelihoods for local residents. As one of Paktika's administrative districts, Yosuf Khel plays an important role in the provincial governance structure while maintaining its distinct local identity. For those seeking to access postal code information or communicate with specific areas within this district, detailed sub-regional data is available through our comprehensive location database.

Neighboring Regions

• Gomal
• Ziruk
• Nika
• Wazakhwa
• Urgun
• Sar Hawza