Burka
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Coordinates: 36°14′24″N 69°09′36″E / 36.24000°N 69.16000°E | |
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Province | Baghlan |
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Burka ( Persian: برکه) is in the northeastern district of Baghlan province. Its population is approximately 49,000. The capital is the city of Burka (alternate names: Borkeh, Barkah). It is in the foothills of the Hindu Kush mountains. The district is prone to earthquakes. On 5 May 2021 it was captured by Taliban forces. [1]
The district dominated by Uzbeks at 60%, followed by Tajiks with 20%. Hazaras and Pashtuns share half-half their part in the district. [2]
Burka
برکه | |
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Coordinates: 36°14′24″N 69°09′36″E / 36.24000°N 69.16000°E | |
Country | ![]() |
Province | Baghlan |
Control | ![]() |
Burka ( Persian: برکه) is in the northeastern district of Baghlan province. Its population is approximately 49,000. The capital is the city of Burka (alternate names: Borkeh, Barkah). It is in the foothills of the Hindu Kush mountains. The district is prone to earthquakes. On 5 May 2021 it was captured by Taliban forces. [1]
The district dominated by Uzbeks at 60%, followed by Tajiks with 20%. Hazaras and Pashtuns share half-half their part in the district. [2]