Kani Sur — city in Kurdistan Province, Iran

Name and language

The place name appears to be Kurdish in origin: "Kani" commonly denotes a spring or water source in Kurdish, while "Sûr" can be translated as "red" in several Kurdish dialects. Thus the name is often understood to mean a "red spring" or similar local landmark. The population speaks Kurdish as its primary language and many place and family names reflect local dialects.

Population and religion

At the 2006 national census the settlement had 1,131 residents in 239 families. Residents are described as followers of Islam; in Kurdistan Province Sunni Islam is widely practiced, though local religious practices can vary. Updated population figures are not always published for every small town between censuses, so more recent counts may differ.

Economy and local life

Kani Sur’s economy is typical of small towns in the region: agriculture, animal husbandry and small-scale trade support most households. The town provides basic services for nearby rural areas, such as shops, primary schooling and religious sites. Infrastructure and public services are influenced by provincial planning and local needs.

History and significance

The town sits within the long-inhabited Kurdish lands of western Iran. While Kani Sur itself is not widely cited in national histories, settlements of this size are important as repositories of local culture, language and community memory. Visitors interested in regional geography, rural life or Kurdish culture may find such towns illustrative of everyday life in the province.

Practical notes

• Administrative context: located in Kurdistan Province of Iran (Iran).
• Language: Kurdish is the main spoken language (Kanî Sûr).
• Religion: inhabitants are Muslim (Islam).

For up-to-date administrative or demographic details consult provincial records or national statistical releases. Small towns like Kani Sur often change slowly but can be affected by broader economic and social trends in the region.