It borders Arghistan District to the west, Zabul Province to the north and Pakistan to the east and south.

When Durand signed, areas like Zhob, Qlalqala Saifullah, and Tobah became part of Pakistan.

[citation needed] There are living that Pashton tribes which come into the world here like Barakzai, Alizai, Kakar Osean, Alokozai, Ishaqzai, Khog Yani, Sydan, Adizai, etc.

Afghan emperor Ahmad Sha Baba lived in Maruf District during his last years.

On February 22, 2018, Taliban forces captured the center of the district.