Yasukand (city in Kurdistan Province, Iran)

Names and language

The place is known by its Kurdish form, often rendered as Yasûkend, and by the Persian spelling یاسوکند. The local population speaks Kurdish as a primary language; for more on the Kurdish language and its varieties see Kurdish language resources. The Persian name reflects national administrative usage and mapping convention (Persian-language sources).

Population and society

According to the 2006 national census, Yasukand had 3,268 residents living in 917 families. Like many towns in Kurdistan Province, its social life is shaped by family networks, local trades, and religious practice. The population is primarily Muslim; for context on religion in the area see Islam in the region.

Geography, economy and role

Yasukand lies within the broader landscape of Kurdistan Province in western Iran, a region characterized by hilly and mountainous terrain and a continental climate. Local economies are typically based on agriculture, livestock keeping and small-scale trade; towns like Yasukand act as market and service centers for nearby villages. For general information about the province see Kurdistan Province overview and for national context see Iran.

Notable points

• Administrative status: recognized as a city within Kurdistan Province.
• Languages: primarily Kurdish; Persian used for official matters.
• Population: recorded as 3,268 in 2006 census (917 families).

Because small towns change slowly, many aspects of daily life in Yasukand mirror those of neighboring communities across Kurdistan: a blend of rural economy, Kurdish cultural traditions, and ties to provincial administration.