Rohilanwali

Rohilanwali (Urdu: روہِيلاں والى‎), is a popular town of Muzaffargarh District in the Punjab province of Pakistan.[4]

روھیلانوالی
City
Rohilanwali
Canal Rest House Rohilanwali (front view of building)
Coordinates: 29°45′55″N 71°04′09″E
CountryPakistan
RegionPunjab
DistrictMuzaffargarh District
Union council No.47
Government
 • Nazim---------------
 • Naib nazim---------------
Population
 (2010)
 • Total29,826
Time zoneUTC+5 (PST)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+6 (PDT)
Postal code
34400
Dialling code066

Geography

The city of Rohilanwali is located in southern Punjab province. It forms a strip between the river Chenab on its east and Indus river on its West. The area around the city is a flat, alluvial plain and is ideal for agriculture, with many Citrus and Mango farms. The land is very fertile.

Climate

Rohilanwali features an Arid climate with very hot summers and mild winters. The city witnesses some of the most extreme weather in the country. The highest recorded temperature is approximately 54 °C (129 °F), and the lowest recorded temperature is approximately −1 °C (30 °F). The average rainfall is roughly 127 millimeters (5.0 in). Dust storms are a common occurrence within the city. Places near Rohilanwali

Demographics

The majority of Rohilanwali's residents speak Saraiki, while Haryanvi also called Ranghari is the second most spoken language. A good portion of the people is conversant in Urdu. Rohillan Wali is the home town of world-renowned neurologist Dr. Rana Abdul Qayyum Khan, heart specialist Dr. Zaman Fayyaz Malik, and Philanthropists Malik Fayyaz Rasool and (late) Zafar Ali Khan, who hold a special place in people's heart, because of their welfare works. Almost one person from each household is either working in UAE or Saudi Arabia and most of them have well-established businesses in either of these two countries. English is understood by the educated. The majority of the people are Muslims As per the 1998 census of Pakistan, the following are the demographics of the city, by spoken language:


Notable Tribes of this area are :

Arain

Baloch

Bhutta

Bugti

Darigh

Dhodhi

Ganga

Gopang

Gujjar

Khakhi

Mandoor

Manjhota

Mohara

Noon

Pitafi

Ponta

Rind

Rajput

Sheikh

Vig


Bhutta and Gopang tribes are Political Powerhouse of Rohillan Wali, Head of both tribes contested against each other in 2018 General Election for MPA seat PP- 271 and lost to PTI candidate from Khangarh.



Welfare programs

For the welfare and betterment of this area a society named Youth Empowerment Society (YES) is working which counsel students and teachers to build a better youth. Team YES is dedicated and passionate about his work and always available to help younger students. This society also has a charity program which collect funds from rich people and distribute among needy ones.[5]

Transportation

Rohilanwali has connections with other cities by a variety of means of transportation. The city is linked with Muzaffargarh, DG Khan, Layyah and Multan districts through concrete roads. Buses to Multan leave frequently, since it is located closely to the city. There are a variety of buses travelling farther from the city. Many of them are now air-conditioned with a fairly good safety record. The N-5 connects the city to connect to all parts of Pakistan. The road otherwise, known as GT Road, allows connections to Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Karachi, Lahore as well as Bahawalpur.

Railway

After Reaching Muzaffargarh it is connected by rail with all parts of the country and lies on the Branch track between Rawalpindi, Multan, Mianwali and Attock. The main Peshawar-Karachi railway line passes through Multan district.

Airport

The People of Rohilanwali use Multan International Airport because it is nearer and on 45 min drive Multan International Airport is an airport situated 10 km away from the city centre of Multan. It is not as large as the other airports in Pakistan, as it operates to cater mainly to the population of Multan, Vehari, Khanewal, Rajanpur, Sahiwal, and Pakpattan to mainly to other points within Pakistan as well as the Middle East. Flight are currently operated by the national flag carrier, Pakistan International Airlines. However, since the growth of air travel within the region, there has been speculated interest from other private carriers. The rise in air-travel has also led to the expansion of the current airport with a new runway and terminal.

Agriculture

Major crops

Cotton, Wheat, and Sugarcane are the main crops grown in Rohilanwali. Rice, Jawar, Bajra, Moong, Mash, Masoor, peanuts, Maize and oil seeds such as rape, Mustard and Sunflower are also grown in minor quantities in the district.

Fruits

Mangoes, dates, citrus and pomegranate are the main fruits grown in Rohilanwali. Dates, Jaman, Pears, Phalsa and Bananas are also grown in minor quantities in the city.

Vegetables

Onions, Carrots, Cauliflower, Moolis and peas are the main vegetables grown in Rohilanwali. Okra, Turnips, Tomatoes, Potatoes, garlic and Chilies are also grown in the city in minor quantities.

Forests

In whole district Muzaffargarh, An area of 100,864 acres is forested. There is also linear plantation of 1250 A.V. mile the roads/rails/canals in the district. Trees grown in the area are Kikar, Shisham, Mullberry, Eucalyptus, Bamboo and coconut.

Neighbouring areas

Forty six kilometres south of Rohilanwali lies Panjnad Head Works, where five rivers meet: Sutlej, Ravi, Chanab, Beas and Indus. Rohillan Wali is a Tehsil level town and its people hopes that it will became Tehsil soon. Surrounding Mouza of Rohillan Wali are :

Rohillan Wali

Bhounday Wali

Alouday Wali

Ibrahim Wali

Ponta Malanra

Makhen Bela

Pati Darigh

Khadhi Balocha

Mahal Khakhi (North & South)

Mochi Wali (West & East)


References
  1. "Archived copy". Archived from the original on 2006-04-14. Retrieved 2009-09-17.CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link)
  2. Area reference Archived 2006-04-14 at the Wayback Machine
  3. Density reference
  4. Tehsils & Unions in the District of Muzaffargarh - Government of Pakistan Archived 2012-02-09 at the Wayback Machine
  5. https://www.facebook.com/youthempowerment.yes/
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