Shamal | |
|---|---|
  Shamal Location in Afghanistan | |
| Coordinates: 33°18′41″N 69°32′52″E / 33.31139°N 69.54778°E | |
| Country |  Afghanistan |
| Province | Khost Province |
| District | Shamal District |
| Elevation | 5,187 ft (1,581 m) |
| Time zone | UTC+4:30 |
Shamal[1] is the center of Shamal District, Khost Province, Afghanistan. It is located at 33°18′41″N 69°32′52″E / 33.3114°N 69.5478°E at 1581 m altitude in the eastern part of the district. The town is located within the heartland of the Kharoti tribe of Pashtuns.[2]
