Mount Simeon District
The Mount Simeon District (Arabic: منطقة جبل سمعان) serves as a critical administrative division within the Aleppo Governorate of northern Syria. Centered around the historic city of Aleppo, this district acts as a primary hub for the region's governance and population.
Geographically, the district is situated at coordinates 36°13′N 37°10′E. It encompasses a diverse landscape that supports a high population density, reflecting the urban and suburban importance of the Aleppo metropolitan area.
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Key Facts
- Administrative Seat: The city of Aleppo.
- Total Area: 2,757.27 square kilometers (1,064.59 sq mi).
- Total Population: 2,413,878 (based on the 2004 census).
- Population Density: 875.459 people per square kilometer.
- Administrative Structure: Divided into seven nawāḥī (sub-districts).
Administrative Evolution and Structure
The boundaries of the Mount Simeon District have shifted over time to optimize regional development. Notably, until December 2008, the sub-district of Atāreb was part of Mount Simeon before it was established as its own separate district. Additionally, the Zammar Subdistrict was separated from the al-Zirbah Subdistrict in 2009.
Currently, the district is organized into seven sub-districts, known as nawāḥī. These divisions allow for more localized administration of the vast population and land area.
Sub-district Breakdown
The distribution of population and land varies significantly across the district. The Mount Simeon Subdistrict is the most populous, containing the city of Aleppo, while other sub-districts like Tell ad-Daman cover larger land areas.
| Sub-district (Nawāḥī) | Seat | Area (km²) | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Simeon | Aleppo | 663.95 | 2,181,061 |
| Tell ad-Daman | Tell al-Daman | 1,146.95 | 47,501 |
| Haritan | Haritan | 232.76 | 67,745 |
| Darat Izza | Darat Izza | 227.49 | 39,540 |
| al-Zirbah | al-Zirbah | 354.79 | 55,391 |
| Zammar | Zammar | Not Specified | Not Specified |
| Hadher | Al-Hadher | 131.33 | 20,834 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the administrative center of the Mount Simeon District?
The administrative center, or seat, of the Mount Simeon District is the city of Aleppo.
How many sub-districts are there in Mount Simeon?
The district is divided into seven sub-districts, referred to as nawāḥī.
What was the total population of the district in 2004?
According to the 2004 census, the total population of the remaining sub-districts in Mount Simeon was 2,413,878.
Which sub-district was separated from al-Zirbah in 2009?
The Zammar Subdistrict was separated from the al-Zirbah Subdistrict in 2009.
When did Atāreb stop being part of the Mount Simeon District?
Atāreb was incorporated as a separate district in December 2008.