Libraries in Afghanistan map & data
There are 12 libraries mapped in Afghanistan, spread over 9 regions. The most are in Kabul (3), Ghanzi (2) and Paktika (1). 75% of them carry a name, and many add an address, phone number, website or opening hours. Well-known examples include کتابخانه بزرگ جاغوری(کتابخانه رسول اکرم), Mohammad Khill Public Library and SZU Library.
Libraries by region
| Region | Locations | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Kabul | 3 | 25% |
| Ghanzi | 2 | 17% |
| Paktika | 1 | 8.3% |
| Khost | 1 | 8.3% |
| Nangarhar | 1 | 8.3% |
| Bamyan | 1 | 8.3% |
| Balkh | 1 | 8.3% |
| Herat | 1 | 8.3% |
| Badakhshan | 1 | 8.3% |
Notable libraries in Afghanistan
- کتابخانه بزرگ جاغوری(کتابخانه رسول اکرم)Sangi masha · Ghanzi · library
- Mohammad Khill Public LibrarySharana · Paktika · library
- SZU LibraryKhost · library
- Kabul University LibraryKabul · library
- Imam Hassan Mujtaba LibraryBamyan · library
- کتابخانه مولانا خستهBalkh · library
- کتابخانه عامهHerat · library
- کتابخانه چهل باختوی پشیGhanzi · library
- Marlowe LibraryKabul · library
What's in this layer
Every library in the layer comes with its name, category, brand and operator, street address, city, postcode, phone, website, opening hours, the region it is in, latitude and longitude (each where known). Public and university libraries.
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Frequently asked questions
How many libraries are there in Afghanistan?
This layer holds 12 libraries in Afghanistan, the most of them in Kabul. The data is refreshed every 6 months; this release is from November 2026.
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What information comes with each library?
The name, category, brand and operator, street address, city, postcode, phone, website, opening hours, the region it is in, latitude and longitude (each where known).
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