Daykundi Province

High school (ages 12+)
Geography

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1. Where is Daykundi Province?Central Afghanistan, within the Hindu Kush mountain range
2. How many people live in Daykundi Province?Estimated at around 500,000 inhabitants
3. How big is Daykundi Province?Approximately 15,000 square kilometers
4. What is the capital of Daykundi Province?Nili
5. What language do people speak in Daykundi Province?Predominantly Dari and Pashto
6. How high is Daykundi Province?Varies significantly, with many areas exceeding 4,000 meters

Hindu Kush: A major mountain system in Central and South Asia, forming a barrier between the Middle East and the Indian subcontinent.
Subsistence Farming: Growing just enough crops and raising enough livestock to feed one's family, with little or no surplus for sale.
Provincial Administration: The system of government officials and departments responsible for managing a province's affairs.