Pukchong

Infobox Korean settlement
context=north
hangul=북청군
hanja=linktext|北|靑|郡
rr=Bukcheong-gun
mr=Pukch'ng kun
divs=1 "p", 2 workers' districts, 38 "ri"
area_km2=2375

Pukchong is a county in eastern South Hamgyong province, North Korea. It borders the Sea of Japan (East Sea of Korea) to the south. Away from the coast, it is entirely mountainous. The Hamgyong Mountains traverse the county. The highest point is Komdoksan. Chief streams include the Namdaechon and Pochonchon (보천천). It has a relatively mild climate for the province.

Industry dominate the local economy, although orcharding and dry-field farming also play a role. Local crops include millet, barley, wheat, soybeans, maize, and rice. Rice production is confined to the valleys. In addition, there are livestock and silkworm farms.

Railroads passing through Pukchong include the Toksong Line and Pyongra Line. The county is also served by roads.

ee also

*Geography of North Korea
*Administrative divisions of North Korea
*South Hamgyong

External links

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