Killa Abdullah District

Kila Abdullah district lies between 30–04' to 31–17' North Longitude in the foothills of the Shela Bagh Mountain range.

The scarcity of water in the area and the semi-desert climatic conditions have limited trees and shrubs to grow.

The climate of the district Kila Abdullah is generally dry and temperate.

The climate is especially suitable for the growth of fruits e.g. apples, apricots, peaches, plums, grapes, cherries and vegetables such as potatoes, onions, tomatoes.

In 1839, this area along with Quetta and Pishin region became a part of British India as a result of the First Anglo Afghan War.

This index considers learning, gender parity and retention in the district.

Literacy rate in 2014–15 of population 10 years and older in the district stands at 27% whereas for females it is only 8%.

Access to education for girls is a major issue in the district and is also reflected in the low literacy rates for females.

These rankings take into account the basic facilities available in schools including drinking water, working toilet, availability of electricity, existence of a boundary wall and general building condition.