Khenj District
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Khenj
خنج | |
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District | |
| Country |  Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan |
| Province | Panjshir |
| Population | |
| • Total | 110,000 |
| Time zone | UTC+04:30 (AST) |
| Control | Islamic Emirate of Afghanistan |
Khenj District is the largest district in Panjshir Province with a population of more than 110,000 people. Emerald is mined in this part of Panjshir province. It has about 154 villages,[1] including Jungal Aab Village, Mata Village, Ishkesho Village, Pawat Village, Peshghoor. Khenj District is famous for its mines of emerald. Its people are farmers and miners.
On 5 September 2021, Taliban spokesperson said that the 4 districts of Panjshir Province were captured, including Khenj District.[2]
See also[]
- Districts of Afghanistan
References[]
- ^ Khenj District (Re-elected)
- ^ "Taliban capture 'four districts of Panjshir'". TheExpressTribune. Retrieved 2021-09-05.
Panjshir Province | ||
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Capital: Bazarak | ||
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