District Headquarters Kech at Turbat
Date of Notification 1st July 1977
Area 22,539 sq.km.
Major Ethnic Groups An overwhelming proportion (about 99%) of the population is Baloch.
Major Languages Balochi.
Climate Arid with hot summer and mild winter.
Major Crops Fruits, Fodder, Vegetables, Condiments & Spices, Wheat, Barley
Economy Agriculture is the major economic activity followed by livestock farming and construction. Trading community is involved in cross-border trade also.
Important Minerals No mineral resources have been reported in the district.
Important Places Punnu’s fort near Turbat, an archaeological site.
Koh-i-Murad, centre of worship for Zikris
Energy (sources) Wood and kerosene oil are widely used as fuel for cooking and heating while illumination is arranged through kerosene oil lamps. Only a small proportion of the population uses electricity, diesel generators, and gas for light, cooking, and heating.
Major Industries There is no major industry in Kech.
Communication
(1996)
Metalled
Road
50.6 km.
Shingle Road 1,466 km.
Railway None
Airport -