Alichur Explained

Alichur
Pushpin Map:Tajikistan
Pushpin Label Position:bottom
Pushpin Map Caption:Location in Tajikistan
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name: Tajikistan
Subdivision Type1:Region
Subdivision Name1:Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region
Subdivision Type2:District
Subdivision Name2:Murghob District
Population As Of:2015
Population Total:2242
Timezone:TJT
Utc Offset:+5
Coordinates:37.75°N 89°W

Alichur is a jamoat (municipality) and village in Murghob District, Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region, Tajikistan. The population of the jamoat is 2,422 (2015).[1] The name of the village means Ali's curse and is reputed to have been spoken by the prophet's son-in-law Ali on a journey through the area, on account of the harsh climate and penetrating winds there.[2]

Government

As of September 2017, the leader of the community was Mahan Atabaev, a poacher turned conservationist.

Ecology

Alichur is participating in a community-based ecological management program called the Burgut conservancy, in an attempt to reverse the depopulation of ibex, bears, Marco Polo sheep and lynx.[3] [4]

Economy

The community generates income from commercial hunting, and intends to expand into eco-tourism.[3]

Education

Alichur has a village school.[3]

Notes and References

  1. http://untj.org/jambi-project/index.php/maps-statistics/demography Jamoat-level basic indicators
  2. Book: Robert, Middleton . Tajikistan and the High Pamirs : a companion and guide. Huw . Thomas . Monica . Whitlock . 2012. Odyssey Books & Guides . 9789622178182 . Hong Kong . 601108352.
  3. Web site: Walking With Animals . September 20, 2017 . . Paul . Salopek.
  4. Web site: Alichur Travel Guide. Caravanistan. en-US. 2019-03-23.