Zaafrane
8.3
High score (8-10) · Your profile
Zaafrane's name derives from zaafran — saffron — suggesting the area historically had saffron cultivation or trade, which was valuable across North Africa. Whether that agricultural tradition survives in any form is unclear, but it hints at a historically diverse economic base beyond pure pastoralism for this part of the high plateau.
Mid score (6-8)
A small commune whose saffron-referencing name hints at historic agricultural diversity beyond pastoralism. Today it's a standard small steppe community with the same conservative social profile as its neighbors. The name is more interesting than the current reality.
Lower score (below 6)
A small steppe commune whose name suggests a saffron-growing history but which today is a conservative pastoral community with nothing relevant for a foreign man. The name is genuinely the most interesting thing about Zaafrane.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the median income in Zaafrane, Djelfa?
$3k median
What's the typical marriage age for women in Zaafrane, Djelfa?
Women marry at 29
How common is a college degree in Zaafrane, Djelfa?
21% men have degree
What's the average male height in Zaafrane, Djelfa?
171 cm local avg
What's the average BMI for women in Zaafrane, Djelfa?
Local women avg 27.3