Districts represent the second and lowest administrative level in Tajikistan's two-tier governance structure, with 76 districts operating across the country. These districts function as the primary units of local government, responsible for implementing national and regional policies at the community level. District administrations handle essential public services including primary education, basic healthcare facilities, local infrastructure maintenance, and civil registration. They serve as the direct link between citizens and higher levels of government, managing day-to-day administrative matters such as land use, local taxation, and municipal services. District heads, appointed by regional authorities, oversee local budgets and coordinate with village-level organizations to address the needs of their populations. This administrative framework enables governance to reach rural and urban communities throughout Tajikistan's diverse geographic terrain.