 It is situated near Sindh-Balochistan border and the town is in close proximity to three districts of Balochistan namely Khuzdar, Jhal Magsi and Jaffarabad in the west and north of the district.The famous Shrine of Hakim Shah and the tomb of great Sufi Hazrat Mian Ghulam Siddique Mekan are also in Shahdadkot.Khuhawar tribe is known for its generous contributions to the town, having the highest land holding by any tribe.