In late 2018, Hazar Sumuch was considered to be government influenced as opposed to the Taliban.

[8] There are springs available, but there is a lack of seeds, improved machinery, animal care, and a market to sell goods.

[1] Hazar Sumuch has a literacy rate of 20% for people ages 19–24, which is among the worst in the district.

[8] There are about 15 schools in the district,[7] but they lack buildings, supplies, teachers, and funds.

[1] Hazar Sumuch has one health center, located along the Kokcha river,[7] with only a few doctors.