Senagun, Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad
Senagun
سنگون | |
|---|---|
village | |
  Senagun | |
| Coordinates: 30°40′27″N 50°28′17″E / 30.67417°N 50.47139°E | |
| Country |  Iran |
| Province | Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad |
| County | Kohgiluyeh |
| Bakhsh | Central |
| Rural District | Dehdasht-e Gharbi |
| Population (2006) | |
• Total | 357 |
| Time zone | UTC+3:30 (IRST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+4:30 (IRDT) |
"Senagun (Persian: سنگون, also Romanized as Senāgūn and Sangūn; also known as Şenūgān) [1] is a village in Dehdasht-e Gharbi Rural District, in the Central District of Kohgiluyeh County, Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province, Iran. According to the 2006 census, its population was 357, in 81 families.[2]
Etymology
[edit]The name Senagun is of Persian origin, and its exact meaning is not widely documented. It has been recorded with different Romanized spellings, reflecting variations in pronunciation and transliteration.[3]
Geography
[edit]Senagun is situated in the western part of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province, a mountainous region known for its rugged terrain and natural beauty.[4] The village is located within the Dehdasht-e Gharbi Rural District, which is part of the Central District of Kohgiluyeh County.[5]
Demographics
[edit]According to the 2006 Iranian census, Senagun had a population of 357 residents, distributed among 81 families.[2] The village is part of a predominantly rural community, with agriculture and livestock farming being the main economic activities.[6]
Economy
[edit]The economy of Senagun is largely based on traditional farming and animal husbandry. Residents engage in small-scale agriculture, producing crops suited to the region’s climate, as well as raising livestock for dairy and meat production.[7]
Culture and Traditions
[edit]The village is home to a mix of traditional Persian and local tribal cultures. Residents observe regional festivals, and many still wear traditional attire, reflecting the heritage of the Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province.[8]
Infrastructure
[edit]Senagun has basic infrastructure, including access to local roads that connect it to larger towns such as Dehdasht.[9] There are small local markets and facilities for basic health services, though major medical and educational institutions are located in nearby towns.[10]
References
[edit]- ^ Senagun can be found at GEOnet Names Server, at this link, by opening the Advanced Search box, entering "-3082325" in the "Unique Feature Id" form, and clicking on "Search Database".
- ^ a b "Census of the Islamic Republic of Iran, 1385 (2006)" (Excel). Statistical Center of Iran. Archived from the original on 2011-09-20.
- ^ Ehsan Yarshater (2009). Encyclopedia Iranica. Routledge.
- ^ M. K. Esfandiari (2017). "Geographical Study of Kohgiluyeh and Boyer-Ahmad Province". Iranian Journal of Geography. 12 (3): 45–62.
- ^ "Statistical Center of Iran". Statistical Center of Iran. Retrieved 6 March 2025.
- ^ Statistical Center of Iran (2007). Agricultural Census of Iran 2006 (PDF) (Report).
- ^ R. Hillenbrand (2000). Islamic Architecture in Iran. Brill.
- ^ M. Afshari (2008). Rural Life in Iran. Cambridge University Press.
- ^ "Roads and Transportation in Kohgiluyeh". Kohgiluyeh County Official Website. Retrieved 6 March 2025.
- ^ Health and Education Facilities in Rural Iran (Report). Ministry of Health, Iran. 2020.