Districts serve as the second-level administrative divisions in Kazakhstan's two-tier governance structure, with 217 districts currently operating across the country. These districts function as the primary units of local government, positioned below the regional level (oblasts and cities of republican significance). District administrations are responsible for delivering essential public services to rural and urban populations, including education, healthcare, local infrastructure maintenance, and social welfare programs. They manage local budgets, oversee municipal services, maintain civil registries, and implement national policies at the grassroots level. District akims (heads of administration) coordinate between regional authorities and local communities, making districts crucial for connecting central government directives with the needs of Kazakhstan's diverse population spread across its vast territory.