Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh
place in Farwaniya, Kuwait
Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh or Jileeb Al-Shiyukh (Gulf Arabic: جليب الشيوخ, pronounced [d͡ʒɪliːb lɪʃjuːχ]), often shortened to just Jilīb/Jileeb (الجليب), is one of the oldest and most congested areas in Kuwait. It is located within Farwaniya Governorate and borders Kuwait International Airport. It is largely inhabited by expatriates from countries such as India, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, Egypt and Syria. There are even many Dawoodi Bohras residing in Jleeb-Al-Shuyoukh.
Etymology
The term jilīb جليب is a Kuwaiti Arabic term that means (water) well, whereas Shyūkh شيوخ is the Arabic plural for sheikh. The area was named after a water well that was dug by two of Kuwait's Emir Mubarak The Great's brothers.
History
Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh has a rich history, reflecting the broader socio-economic changes in Kuwait. Originally a predominantly Kuwaiti area, it saw a demographic shift as expatriates moved in for work opportunities. Over the years, the area has grown to accommodate a diverse population, leading to its current state as a densely populated neighborhood.
Demographics
As of June 2024, the population of Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh was estimated to be 266,883, with a population density of 27,000 per square kilometer.
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