Tunisia's 274 districts (delegations or "mutamadiyat") serve as the second and lowest tier of administrative subdivision in the country's governance structure. These districts function as local administrative units responsible for implementing national policies, delivering public services, and maintaining direct contact between the central government and local populations. Each district is headed by a delegate appointed by the central government who oversees civil registration, public order, coordination of local services, and serves as the primary representative of state authority at the community level. Districts handle routine administrative matters including identity documentation, vital statistics registration, and coordination with municipalities on local development projects. This administrative framework allows the Tunisian government to maintain decentralized service delivery while preserving centralized oversight across the nation's territory.