👉 In China, a chiefdom is a type of administrative division. It is a smaller unit of local governance and administration in the country. The name "chiefdom" comes from the Chinese word "zhong", which means "center". In ancient China, the chiefdom was often divided into several smaller territories that were managed by a single ruler or governor. The chiefdom is responsible for managing public services such as roads, water supply, and sanitation. It also has jurisdiction over local customs, taxes