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Taloqan
City in Takhar, Afghanistan
Overview
Taloqan is the lively capital of Takhar Province in northern Afghanistan, characterized by its central bazaar, rich history, and lively community. The city offers authentic local experiences, from busy markets to historic architecture. It's an important regional hub surrounded by scenic landscapes.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Afghanistan
Province
Takhar
Population
258,758
Time Zone
Asia/Kabul
Coordinates
36.74°, 69.53°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
25
Female Safety
15
LGBTQ+ Safety
5
Traffic Safety
25
Food Safety
32
Monthly Cost
$440
Local Cost
$220
Local Income
$110
Cashless
8
English
13
Temperature
14.3°C
Summer Avg
25.5°C
Winter Avg
3.2°C
Record High
40.1°C
Record Low
-14.8°C
Humidity
42%
Precipitation
214 mm
Internet Speed
22 Mbps
Upload
5 Mbps
Latency
41 ms
City Vibrancy
2
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
2
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
TQN
Distance
4 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 1 tests. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-06.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-05.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 43/100.
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