State Map of Afghanistan

Afghanistan, a landlocked and mountainous country, is administratively divided into 34 provinces (Wilayat), each representing unique geographical and cultural regions. The provinces are further subdivided into districts, towns, and villages, highlighting the country’s diverse landscape and population.

The capital city, Kabul, serves as the political heart of Afghanistan, while other cities like Kandahar, Herat, and Mazar-i-Sharif are key economic and cultural hubs. These cities play a significant role in shaping the country’s political and economic landscape.

Major Provinces of Afghanistan and Their Regional Significance:

Kabul Province: Home to the capital city, Kabul, this province is the center of political power and economic activity.
Kandahar Province: Located in the south, Kandahar is historically significant as the founding region of modern Afghanistan and a major agricultural hub.
Herat Province: Situated in the west, Herat is known for its rich cultural heritage and proximity to Iran, making it a key trade route.
Balkh Province: Located in the north, Balkh is home to the ancient city of Mazar-i-Sharif and is vital for trade with Central Asia.
Nangarhar Province: Bordering Pakistan, this eastern province is significant for trade and security, with Jalalabad as its key city.
Helmand Province: Known for its vast desert regions, Helmand is agriculturally important and has been a central focus of conflict in recent years.

List of Provinces in Afghanistan:

This table includes the provinces of Afghanistan, along with key details about their area, capitals, and major cities, providing a comprehensive overview of the country.

No.	State	Capital City	Area (sq. km)	Code	Major Cities
1.	Badakhshan	Faizabad	44,059	BDH	Faizabad, Ishkashim
2.	Badghis	Qala i Naw	20,524	BDG	Qala i Naw, Murghab
3.	Baghlan	Pul-e Khumri	22,292	BGL	Pul-e Khumri, Dushi
4.	Balkh	Mazar-i-Sharif	16,680	BAL	Mazar-i-Sharif, Shibirghan
5.	Bamyan	Bamyan	7,440	BAM	Bamyan, Yakawlang
6.	Daykundi	Nili	22,425	DKN	Nili, Kijran
7.	Farah	Farah	39,990	FAR	Farah, Anar Dara
8.	Faryab	Maymana	21,934	FYB	Maymana, Andkhoy
9.	Ghazni	Ghazni	19,883	GHZ	Ghazni, Qarabagh
10.	Ghor	Firozkoh	37,308	GHO	Firozkoh, Chaghcharan
11.	Helmand	Lashkar Gah	58,584	HEL	Lashkar Gah, Gereshk
12.	Herat	Herat	62,609	HER	Herat, Shindand
13.	Jowzjan	Sheberghan	10,784	JOW	Sheberghan, Mardyan
14.	Kabul	Kabul	4,300	KAB	Kabul, Bagram
15.	Kandahar	Kandahar	54,022	KAN	Kandahar, Spin Boldak
16.	Kapisa	Mahmud-i-Raqi	1,804	KAP	Mahmud-i-Raqi, Kohistan
17.	Khost	Khost	3,546	KHO	Khost, Ghulam Khan
18.	Kunar	Asadabad	7,138	KUN	Asadabad, Khas Kunar
19.	Kunduz	Kunduz	8,261	KDZ	Kunduz, Imam Sahib
20.	Laghman	Mihtarlam	3,808	LAG	Mihtarlam, Alingar
21.	Logar	Pul-e Alam	4,628	LOG	Pul-e Alam, Baraki Barak
22.	Nangarhar	Jalalabad	7,410	NGR	Jalalabad, Khewa
23.	Nimroz	Zaranj	41,270	NIM	Zaranj, Khashrud
24.	Nuristan	Parun	5,607	NUR	Parun, Waigal
25.	Paktia	Gardez	6,418	PKT	Gardez, Zurmat
26.	Paktika	Sharana	20,733	PAK	Sharana, Barmal
27.	Panjsher	Bazarak	3,541	PAN	Bazarak, Anaba
28.	Parwan	Charikar	5,132	PAR	Charikar, Salang
29.	Samangan	Aybak	10,498	SAM	Aybak, Dara-i-Suf
30.	Sar-e Pol	Sar-e Pol	17,373	SOP	Sar-e Pol, Sancharak
31.	Takhar	Taluqan	12,146	TAK	Taluqan, Rustaq
32.	Urozgan	Tarinkot	8,987	URO	Tarinkot, Deh Rawud
33.	Wardak	Maidan Shar	7,674	WDA	Maidan Shar, Saydabad
34.	Zabul	Qalat	17,014	ZAB	Qalat, Shahjoi