bhakkar (1).ppt
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Introduction to Bhakkar pakistanTRANSCRIPT
BHAKKAR DISTRICTthe heart of thal
LocationIt is located at 31˚37’60N 71˚4’0E at an elevation of 159 meters. The River Indus flows on its western side across which lies district D.I Khan.
Historical Background
The town has some historical background.•Dilkusha Bagh was believed to be constructed by Humayun.•There are remains of handera tomb near Sheikh Raoo Bridge which was believed to be the burial place of Bhakkar Khan.•The present police station was originally a Baloch fortress.
General characteristics
• Area of Bhakkar is 8125 sq. km• Population according 1998 census report is
1,391,729• Population Density is 129 per sq. km• Average Household size is 6.6• Major occupation of people of Bhakkar is farming
and livestock.
Tehsils Union Councils Mauzas Municipal Committees
Town Committees
4 42 580 01 05
Population
Bhakkar is now a bustling town, with population of more than 16 lakh.Saraiki is the dominant language.
Population - 1998
Male 543661 51.71%
Female 507795 48.29 %
Climatic Conditions• Extremely hot and cold climate.• In summer temperature goes up to 50 degree.
Specialities
• Bhakkar is famous souvenir was Karna oil, which was extracted from karna flower which is also Exported to Middle East.
• Channa is the major crop here.
Main Fruits
Citrus, Mangoes, Guavas and Dates are main fruits in the district.
Besides, Figs, Jaman and Falsa are also grown in minor quantity.
FruitsProduction (000 M. Tons) Column1 Column2
2005-06 2006-07 2007-08
Citrus 22271 20384 22125
Mango 13323 13929 12101
Guava 9456 9607 7888
Dates 4171 4454 4455
Major Vegetable Major vegetables are:•Onion •Brinjal•Turnip•Carrot
VegetableProduction (M. Tons)
2005-06 2006-07 2007-08
Onion 13064 4061 11475
Brinjal 1594 1568 1601
Turnip 1488 1518 1463
Carrot 1157 1194 1135
AgricultureMain agricultural crops of the district are:i)Gram ii) Sugarcane iii) Wheat
Besides, Guar seed, cotton, Jawar, Rice, Bajra, Mash, Masoor, Moong, Ground nut, Oil seeds such as Rape/ Mustard and Sunflower are also grown in minor quantity.
Crops
Production (000 M. Tons) Column1 Column2
2005-06 2006-07 2007-08
Sugarcane 533 625 713Wheat 379 367 339Gram 168 328 174
Agricultural Land Use
Particulars Total
Forest area 114362
Culturable waste 62766
Uncultivable waste 125512
Cultivated area 1703019
Sailaba 4091
Barani 993048
Irrigated 705880
Canal Irrigated 344371
Tube well Irrigated 361509
EducationThe literacy rate of Bhakkar is increasing day by day due to policies of educational ministry.The colleges/Universities of Bhakkar are playing an important role to build the career of the students by offering higher education services with qualified staff.Among the list of colleges/Universities in Bhakkar the, Govt. Vocational Training Institute, Govt.Vocational Training Institute, Govt. College of Commerce, Govt. Institute of Commerce, Govt. Technical Training Centre and School of Nursing DHQ Hospital are considered the best colleges/Universities in Bhakkar.
Industry
• A Textile Mills "Colony Thal Textile Mills Ltd., Ismailpur Bhakkar working since 1956.
• A Sugar Mill "Fecto Sugar Mills Limited., Darya Khan".
Man Power Availability
• As regards availability of skilled labour, there are 9 technical/ commercial/ vocational institutions (5 for men, 4 for women) imparting training in various trades e.g. mechanical, electrical, auto engineering, welding, wood work and commerce.
• Vocational institutions for women impart training in hand made embroidery, stitching and knitting.
• 2439 trained workers are produced annually.
HealthDuring the past few years health sector has progressed very much. Most of the progress is made in private sector and the health services provided by the Government are not sufficient at all. Now there are 4-5 private hospitals and number of private clinics which are providing very good facilities.
Transport LinkagesFour major road networks connect Bhakkar to other districts:•Jhang- Bhakkar Road•Laiyyah- Bhakkar Road•MM Road•Darya Khan- Bhakkar RoadRail link:Kundian-Multan Cantonment provides major rail links.It is connected with Mianwali and Laiyyah through rail link.