Country North Korea Province South Hamgyong Province | Area 2,375 km² | |
Administrative divisions 1 ŭp, 2 workers' districts, 38 ri | ||
Pukch'ŏng County is a county in eastern South Hamgyŏng province, North Korea.
Contents
- Map of PukchC58Fng South Hamgyong North Korea
- Geography
- Administrative Divisions
- Economy
- Transportation
- References
Map of Pukch%C5%8Fng, South Hamgyong, North Korea
Geography
It borders the Sea of Japan (East Sea of Korea) to the south. Away from the coast, it is entirely mountainous. The Hamgyong Mountains traverse the county. The highest point is Komdoksan. Chief streams include the Namdaechon and Pochonchon (보천천). It has a relatively mild climate for the province.
Administrative Divisions
Pukch'ŏng county is divided into 1 ŭp (town), 2 rodongjagu (workers' districts) and 38 ri (villages):
Economy
Industry dominate the local economy, although orcharding and dry-field farming also play a role. Local crops include millet, barley, wheat, soybeans, maize, and rice. Rice production is confined to the valleys. In addition, there are livestock and silkworm farms.
Transportation
Pukch'ŏng county is served by the Tŏksŏng and P'yŏngra lines of the Korean State Railway, as well as by roads.