Dahranwala
Dahranwala
ڈاہرانوالہ | |
|---|---|
City | |
  Dahranwala Location in Pakistan | |
| Coordinates: 29°35′48″N 72°50′44″E / 29.5967°N 72.8456°E | |
| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Punjab |
| Division | Bahawalpur |
| District | Bahawalnagar |
| Tehsil | Chishtian |
| Union Councils | 9 |
| Area | |
• Total | 48 km2 (19 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 154 m (505 ft) |
| Population (2023) | |
• Total | 38 Thousand approx. |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (UTC) |
| Calling code | 063 |
Dahranwala (Punjabi, Urdu: ڈاہرانوالہ) is a city located in Tehsil Chishtian, within the District Bahawalnagar of Punjab Province of Pakistan.
Geography
[edit]The city of Dahranwala is situated in the southern region of Punjab Province. The surrounding area is characterized by a flat, fertile plain, making it highly suitable for agriculture. It shares its administrative boundaries with Haroonabad to the east, Hasilpur to the west, Chishtian to the north, and Fort Abbas to the south.
Population and demographics
[edit]Dahranwala has an estimated population of around 38,000 people.[1] The city is home to a diverse community, with residents speaking Punjabi, Urdu, and Saraiki. Islam is the predominant religion, although a small Christian minority also resides in the area.
Economy
[edit]Dahranwala's economy is primarily based on agriculture. The city is particularly known for the cultivation of wheat and cotton, which are major contributors to the local economy.
Education
[edit]Dahranwala hosts several educational institutions that cater to students from primary to higher secondary levels. These institutes play a vital role in improving literacy and educational opportunities in the region.
| Public Institutions |
|---|
| Govt. Girls Higher Secondary School Dahranwala |
| Govt. Boys Higher Secondary School Dahranwala |
| Govt. Degree College for Boys Dahranwala |
| Govt. Degree College for Girls Dahranwala |
| Private Institutions |
|---|
| Umar Science High School Dahranwala[2] |
| Umar Science High School for Girls Dahranwala[3] |
| Umar College of Education Dahranwala |
| Modern Science School Dahranwala |
| Misali Public School Dahranwala |
| DPS School System Dahranwala |
| Allied School System Dahranwala |
| The Country School Dahranwala |
| Antalya Schools & Colleges Dahranwala |
| Al-Ghazali Middle School Dahranwala |
| Ali Garh College Dahranwala |
| APEX Group of Colleges Dahranwala |
| Roots Grammar School Dahranwala |
| Jinnah Education System Dahranwala |
| Rehman Science Higher Secondary School Dahranwala |
| Dar-e-Arqam School Dahranwala |
Sports
[edit]Dahranwala faces a shortage of sports facilities for its youth population. The only sports ground in the city is located at the Govt. Higher Secondary School, but it lacks the necessary infrastructure to support a range of sports. Despite these limitations, cricket, football, and volleyball remain popular activities. Floodlit cricket and football tournaments are held regularly; however, the lack of proper sports grounds limits opportunities for youth to engage in organized and healthy sporting activities.
Culture
[edit]Dahranwala has a rich cultural heritage, with various traditional festivals and events celebrated throughout the year. Notably, the city hosts the 75 Mod Mela, a significant cultural event that attracts visitors from across the region. These events offer an opportunity for both locals and visitors to experience the city’s unique culture and traditions.
Transportation
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Dahranwala serves as an important transportation hub, with road connections to other cities across Pakistan. However, the road network within the city is in poor condition, posing challenges for residents and businesses alike. The inadequate state of the roads hampers the efficient movement of goods and people, leading to significant inconvenience for the local population. There is a pressing need for improvements in the road infrastructure to ensure better transportation and connectivity within the city.
Tehsil Status Proposal and Delays
[edit]In 2017, a committee formed by the Punjab government recommended granting Dahranwala tehsil status and forwarded the summary to the Punjab Chief Minister for final approval.[4] However, the recommendation has yet to be implemented, and there has been no subsequent action on the matter. The reasons for the delay remain unclear, and it is uncertain whether the proposal will be pursued in the future. Some local residents speculate that the recommendation was part of a political strategy aimed at garnering votes, rather than a genuine effort to improve the city’s administrative structure.
Union Councils
[edit]Dahranwala town consists of 9 union councils which are mostly villages.
| Union Councils No. | Union Council Name |
|---|---|
| 75 | Chak No. 112/M |
| 76 | Chak No. 118/M |
| 77 | Chak No. 128/M |
| 79 | Chak No. 173/M |
| 80 | Chak No. 201/M |
| 81 | Chak No. 177/M |
| 82 | Chak No. 167/M |
| 83 | Chak No. 169/M |
| 84 | Chak No. 134/M |
Climate
[edit]Dahranwala has a hot and humid climate, with extreme temperatures occurring during May, June, and July, with the mercury rising as high as 49-55 °C. In August, the monsoon season begins, bringing heavy rainfall to the area. December and January are the coldest months, with temperatures occasionally dropping to as low as -1 °C. The annual average rainfall for the city is around 160mm.
General Election 2024 Results
[edit]| Candidates | Votes | Party |
| Ehsan Ul Haq Bajwa (Winner) | 114,284 | PML-N |
| Khalil Ahmed Arrain | 97,871 | IND. (PTI Supported Candidate) |
| Muhammad Allah Dad Cheema | 24,440 | PML-Z |
| Muhammad Athar | 14,094 | TLP |
| Mian Muhammad Ali Laleka | 8,720 | PPP |
| Imran Hussain Chattha | 1,697 | IND |
| Muhammad Ijaz Ul Haq | 1,641 | IND |
| Suraiya Sultana | 1,012 | IND |
| Iftkhar Nadeem | 948 | JIP |
| Asad Ali Khan | 580 | IND |
| Khadija Khanum | 472 | IND |
| Khalid Hussain | 437 | IND |
| Kashif Sana | 356 | IND |
| Mariam Tahir | 255 | IND |
| Ghulam Murtaza | 216 | IND |
| Shahzad Mahmood | 192 | IND |
| Zafar Iqbal Chaudhry | 70 | IND |
| Aman Ullah Bajwa | - | IND |
| Source: Election Commission of Pakistan [5] | ||
| Candidates | Votes | Party |
| Zahid Akram (Winner) | 48,555 | PML-N |
| Khadija Khanum | 46,342 | IND. (PTI Supported Candidate) |
| Kashif Sana | 34,003 | PML-Z |
| Muhammad Naseer Mohyee Ud Din | 9,532 | TLP |
| Khalid Farooq | 4,816 | IND |
| Nasir Mehmood | 575 | JIP |
| Muhammad Naeem | 522 | IND |
| Amdad Hussain | 185 | IND |
| Muhammad Usman Ghani | 181 | IND |
| Fakhar Uz Zaman | 133 | MML |
| Muhammad Noman Latif | 125 | IND |
| Shahid Imran | 94 | IND |
| Source: Election Commission of Pakistan[6] | ||
- In General Elections 2018 Ch. Ihsan ul Haq Bajwa elected as Member of National Assembly from constituency NA-168 and Ch. Zahid Akram elected as Punjab Assembly from constituency PP-242.[7]
- In General Elections 2024 Ch. Ihsan ul Haq Bajwa elected as Member of National Assembly from constituency NA-162 Bahawalnagar-III and Ch. Zahid Akram elected as Punjab Assembly from constituency PP-243 Bahawalnagar-VII.[8]
References
[edit]- ^ "Daharanwala (Bahawalnagar, Punjab, Pakistan) - Population Statistics, Charts, Map, Location, Weather and Web Information". www.citypopulation.de. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
- ^ https://www.pef.edu.pk/pdf/Results/FAS/Regular/17th-FAS-QAT-Result/17th-FAS-QAT-RESULT050118.pdf
- ^ https://www.pef.edu.pk/pdf/Results/FAS/Regular/17th-FAS-QAT-Result/17th-FAS-QAT-RESULT050118.pdf
- ^ "Tehsil status for Dahranwala gets thumbs up". The Nation. 2017-11-19. Retrieved 2023-01-02.
- ^ "National Assembly". Google Drive. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
- ^ "Provincial Assembly Punjab". Google Drive. Retrieved 2025-04-26.
- ^ "NA-168 Results - Election 2018 Results - - Candidates List - Constituency Details - Geo.tv".
- ^ "Punjab Assembly | Members - Members' Directory". www.pap.gov.pk. Retrieved 2025-04-26.