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Table of Content<br />
District Bahawalpur<br />
District Bahawalpur 1 District At a Glance 1<br />
Geographical 1.2 Geography 3<br />
Climate 1.3 Geology and Climate 3<br />
District Bahawalpur 1.4 Hydrology (River Pattern) 3<br />
Geographical 1.5 Demographic profile of the district 4<br />
Climate 1.6 Governance & administration 5<br />
District Bahawalpur 1.7 Economic features 6<br />
Land cover etc. 1.8 Agriculture 7<br />
Forestry 1.9 Forestry (Ecological Zones) 7<br />
Industries in Distric 2 Industry 7<br />
Minerals 2.1 Minerals 7<br />
Tourism 2.2 Tourism (Other local economy sector) 7<br />
Industries in Districts 2.3 Physical infrastructure 8<br />
Minerals, Roads, Communication Towers etc. 2.4 Social infrastructure 9<br />
Health Center 2.5 Health 9<br />
Primary, Middle, and Higher 2.6 Education 9
District Profile Contents for MHVRA Studie
District Bahawalpur<br />
At a Glance<br />
The Bahawalpur is an important district of Punjab. Its capital is Bahawalpur City. It is located to the south of Sutlej River and lies in the Cholistan<br />
Region near the Thar Desert. It is situated about 100 km from Multan, 420 km from Lahore and 270 km from Faisalabad.<br />
The district was once the capital of the former princely state of Bahawalpur, homed various Nawabs (Kings) and counted as part of the Rajputana<br />
states (now Rajasthan, India).<br />
1. AT A GLANCE<br />
2. GEOGRAPHY<br />
The Bahawalpur is an important district of Punjab. Its capital is<br />
Bahawalpur City. It is located to the south of Sutlej River and lies<br />
in the Cholistan Region near the Thar Desert. It is situated about<br />
100 km from Multan, 420 km from Lahore and 270 km from<br />
Faisalabad.<br />
The district was once the capital of the former princely state of<br />
Bahawalpur, homed various Nawabs (Kings) and counted as part<br />
of the Rajputana states (now Rajasthan, India).<br />
The district is known for its famous palaces such as the Noor Mahal,<br />
Sadiq Ghar Palace, Darbar Mahal as well as the ancient fort of<br />
Derawar located in the Cholistan Desert bordering India. Bahawalpur<br />
is also located near the historical and ancient cities of Uch and<br />
Harappa which were once the stronghold of Delhi Sultanate and<br />
Indus Valley Civilization.<br />
The district covers geographical area of about 24,830 Square<br />
kilometer, extended form 71°40’ 60” East , 29°23’ 44.6” North<br />
with maximum elevation of about 461m (1512 ft.) .<br />
The district, located in the southeast of Punjab province, is 889<br />
km away from Karachi.<br />
On western side, the district is bordered with Sindh, India to its<br />
south and south east, Bahawalnagar to its north east, Vehari,<br />
Lodhran and Multan to its north, Rahimyar Khan to its west and<br />
Muzaffargarh to its north west.<br />
Approximately two-third of the district (16,000 km²) is covered by<br />
the Cholistan Desert, which extends to Thar Desert of India.<br />
The district is also home to one of the few natural safari parks<br />
in the country i.e. Lal Suhanra National Park. Saraiki is the local<br />
language, while Urdu and English are official languages used in<br />
various educational and government institutions of the district.<br />
The local economy and livelihood are mainly agriculture with a<br />
good yield of different cash crops along with production of fruits.<br />
Industrial sector is also functional and furnishing here.
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District Bahawalpur<br />
Geology and Climatology<br />
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Most of the areas in the district are covered by unconsolidated alluvium and sediments whereas areas closer to India are mainly deserts. The district is a part Indus Basin and can be regarded as the western extension of the<br />
Rajasthan’s Jisalmair Basin. The Pre-Cambrian crystalline basement is about 2 to 4 km deep, progressively increasing depth westward and northward.<br />
1. GEOLOGY AND CLIMATOLOGY<br />
Most of the areas in the district are covered by unconsolidated alluvium<br />
and sediments whereas areas closer to India are mainly deserts. The district<br />
is a part Indus Basin and can be regarded as the western extension<br />
of the Rajasthan’s Jisalmair Basin.<br />
The Pre-Cambrian crystalline basement is about 2 to 4 km deep, progressively<br />
increasing depth westward and northward. The evaporites (salt,<br />
gypsum and anhydrite) over the Pre-Cambrian basement have encountered<br />
in two wells (Bahawalpur East-1 and Marot-1) with mixed lithology<br />
of clastics and carbonates, followed by Cambrian clastics and carbonates<br />
sequences of Cambrian age.<br />
The district has a very hot and dry climate in summer and dry and cold<br />
climate in winters. The maximum Temperature rises to 48°C while the<br />
minimum temperature falls to 7°C. Wind and dust storms are frequent<br />
during the summer. The average rainfall in the district is 200mm.<br />
1. https: /en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bahawalpur_District<br />
2. District Census Report 1998 http: /prr.hec.gov.pk/Chapters/642S-3.pdf<br />
3. District Pre-Investment Study-2012 BAHAWALPURs<br />
Directorate of industries, Punjab<br />
Poonch House, Multan Road Lahore
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District Bahawalpur<br />
Demographic<br />
The district’s population, according to 1998 census is 2,433,091 with gender segregation of 1,278,775 Male and 1,154,316 Female. The projected population statistics in 2015 are 4074960 heads. According to 1998 census, annual<br />
growth rate is 3.08% with average household size of 6.8 heads. 6 of the total housing units were 354356 in 1998.<br />
1. HYDROLOGY (RIVER PATTERN)<br />
Bahawalpur is a fertile tract of alluvial clay where agriculture is a major economic activity.<br />
The main source of irrigation in the district is canals. Qasim Canal, Bahawal Canal<br />
Upper, Bahawal Canal Lower, Panjnad Canal and Abbasia Canal quench the thirst of<br />
Bahawalpur land.<br />
These canals are part of Bahawalpur irrigation zone, which covers a total area of 4.42<br />
million acres, including the area of Bahawalpur district.<br />
1. DEMOGRAPHIC<br />
The district’s population, according to 1998 census is 2,433,091 with gender segregation of 1,278,775 Male and 1,154,316 Female.<br />
The projected population statistics in 2015 are 4074960 heads. According to 1998 census, annual growth rate is 3.08% with average<br />
household size of 6.8 heads. 6 of the total housing units were 354356 in 1998.<br />
STATUS OF CANAL WATER COURSES<br />
Total no. of water course in the district 3261<br />
Total no. of improved water courses 1411<br />
(i) Before devolution up to 30-06-2001 1406<br />
(ii) Before devolution up to date 5<br />
Total no of un-improved water courses in balance 1850<br />
MAJOR BRIDGES<br />
Barrage and band Jhelum Head Panjnad<br />
Major Bridge Sutlej Unknown<br />
Major Bridge Sutlej Syphon bridge over Sutlej<br />
Major Bridge Sutlej Sutlej river bridge<br />
Major Bridge Sutlej Sutlej railway bridge<br />
Railway crossing Sutlej Railway crossing<br />
5. http: /www.bahawalpur.gop.pk/agriculture<br />
http: /www.irm.edu.pk/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Local-Labour-Market-Study-in-District-Bahawalpur.pdf
District Bahawalpur<br />
Administration<br />
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Bahawalpur received the status of a separate district on 14th Oct, 1955. Administratively, the district is comprised of six tesils<br />
namely Bahawalpur, Bahawalpur City, Ahmadpur East Hasilpur, Khairpur Tamewali and Yazman. Further UC wise split up can be seen<br />
in Tabe:<br />
ADMINISTRATIVE UNITS OF BAHAWALPUR<br />
S. NO. TEHSILS<br />
UNION COUN-<br />
CILS<br />
1 Ahmedpur East 30<br />
2 Bahawalpur 19<br />
3 Bahawalpur City 5<br />
4 Hasilpur 15<br />
5 Khairpur Tamewali 10<br />
6 Yazman 26<br />
Tehsil Nazim/Administrator<br />
Tehsil Municipal Officer<br />
Tehsil<br />
Officer<br />
Finance<br />
Tehsil<br />
Officer<br />
Regulation<br />
TO<br />
Planning &<br />
Coordination<br />
TO<br />
Infrastruct<br />
& Services<br />
Chief Officer<br />
Unit<br />
Headquarter/<br />
Non Head Q.<br />
http: /www.fao.org.pk/pub/14/Punjab/Atlas-Punjab-web_33-42.pdf
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District Bahawalpur<br />
Economic Features<br />
The district’s population, according to 1998 census is 2,433,091 with gender segregation of 1,278,775 Male and 1,154,316 Female. The projected population statistics in 2015 are 4074960 heads. According to 1998 census, annual<br />
growth rate is 3.08% with average household size of 6.8 heads. 6 of the total housing units were 354356 in 1998.<br />
The district covers geographical area of about 24,830 Square kilometer, extMajor<br />
Fruits: Mangoes, Citrus, Dates and Guava. Besides pomegranate, Jaman<br />
and Phalsa are also grown in minor quantities in the district.<br />
Major Crops: Cotton, Wheat, Sugarcane, Rape/Mustard Seeds. Besides Rice,<br />
Gram, Tobacco, Jawar, Baja, Moong, Mash, Masoor, Maize are grown in minor<br />
quantities in the district.<br />
Vegetables: Onion, Tomato, Potatoes, Brinjal, Carrot, Cauliflower, Bottle<br />
Gourd are main vegetables. Besides Ladyfinger, Turnip, Matter Green, Garlic<br />
and Chilies are also grown in minor quantities in the district.<br />
Status of Canal Water Courses<br />
Legend km² %<br />
Orchards 4.91 0<br />
Crop Irrigated 5120.94 21.4<br />
Crop Marginal and Irrigated Saline 6.94 0<br />
Crop in Flood Plain 39.13 0.2<br />
Crop Rainfed 0.36 0<br />
Forest-Natural trees and Mangroves 104.93 0.4<br />
Natural Vegetation in Wet areas 54.91 0.2<br />
Range Lands-Natural Shrubs & Herbs 169.55 0.7<br />
Built Up 214.74 0.9<br />
Bare Areas 24.85 0.1<br />
Bare Areas with Sparse Natural Vegetation 18146.3 75.8<br />
Wet Areas 40.66 0.2<br />
Snow and Glaciers 0 0<br />
District Pre-Investment Study-2012 BAHAWALPUR<br />
Directorate of industries, Punjab<br />
Poonch House, Multan Road Lahore
District Bahawalpur<br />
Agriculture<br />
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FORESTRY (ECOLOGICAL ZONES)<br />
Location of forests: An area of 68067.37 hectares is under forest, which is around 10.21% of the total area of the district. There is also linear plantation of 2211.94 km along the rail/roads/canals in the district. Trees grown in the area<br />
include Shisham, Mulberry, Babul and Eucalyptus. Production of Timber and Firewood is significant. Bahawalpur is located in the sub-category of Irrigated Plains (Cotton Zone) agro-ecological zones of Punjab.<br />
Sr.No INDUSTRIES NO. OF UNITS INSTALLED CAPACITY<br />
1 Agricultural Implements 1 12000 Nos.<br />
2 Cold Storage 16 109000 Bags/Crates<br />
3 Cotton grinning & Pressing 154 780 Sawgins,162 Press,359 Expellers<br />
4 Flour mills 39 6280 M.Tons/day<br />
5 Iron & Steel Re-Rolling 1 4800 M.Tons<br />
6 Paper & Paper Board 1 2500 M.Tons<br />
TOURISM (OTHER LOCAL ECONOMY SECTOR)<br />
Bahawalpur is the gateway to the Cholistan Desert. Although the era of<br />
princely patronage is gone, it remains primarily a medieval city with elegant<br />
palaces, and colorful bazaars.<br />
It is surrounded by many beautiful spots like Noor Mahal and Gulzar<br />
Mahal, Panjand head, Dera Nawab Sahib, Forts, Musafir Khana, Museums,<br />
Shrines, Lal Suhanra National Park, Uch Sharif, Mosque, Central Library.<br />
7 Poultry Feeds 3 4700 M.Tons<br />
8 Rice Mills 6 16 Hullers<br />
9 Solvent Oil Extraction 3 85000 M.Tons<br />
10 Sugar 1 8000 TCD<br />
11 Motorcycle/Rickshaw 1 10000 Nos.<br />
12 Textile Spinning 6 99172 Spindles,200 Rotors<br />
13 Textile Weaving 4 438 Looms<br />
14 Ghee/Cooking Oil 4 118500 M.Tons<br />
http: /www.tourism.gov.pk/placed_around_bahawalpur_punjab.htm
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District Bahawalpur<br />
Physical Infrastructure<br />
ROADS & COMMUNICATION<br />
The district has metalled road-length of 2,579.87 Kilometers which is linked with Lodhran,<br />
Bahawalnagar, Vehari and Rahimyar Khan. M-5 Khanewal-Bahawalpur (Lodhran) section is<br />
expected to be completed in 2016.<br />
The main Peshawar-Karachi railway line passes through Bahawalpur District. The district is<br />
linked with Rahim Yar Khan, Hasilpur and Lodhran through railway network.<br />
There are three airports in Bahawalpur district.<br />
POWER LINES<br />
There are 10 grid stations in the district, ranging in capacity from 66 KV to 220 KV.<br />
POWER GENERATION (HYDRO, SOLAR, COAL PLANTS ETC.)<br />
Status of Canal Water Courses<br />
Quaid e Azam<br />
Solar Park<br />
Lal Suhanra<br />
National Park<br />
Cholistan,<br />
Bahawalpur Punjab<br />
1000<br />
100 MW operational,<br />
to be fully<br />
operational by<br />
2016.<br />
Conergy solar<br />
project<br />
Bahawalpur<br />
Punjab<br />
Bahawalpur Punjab 50<br />
German Conergy<br />
plans to install<br />
50MW solar<br />
power.<br />
PIPED WATER SUPPLY (WATER AND SANITATION)<br />
Status of Canal Water Courses<br />
Quaid e Azam<br />
Solar Park<br />
Lal Suhanra<br />
National<br />
Park<br />
Cholistan,<br />
Bahawalpur<br />
Punjab<br />
1000<br />
100 MW operational,<br />
to be fully operational<br />
by 2016.<br />
District Pre-Investment Study-2012 BAHAWALPUR<br />
Directorate of industries, Punjab<br />
Poonch House, Multan Road Lahore<br />
http: /nha.gov.pk/wp-content/uploads/2012/11/NHA-Road-Network-Maps-of-Projects-02.01.2012-Part-01.pdf<br />
https: /www.google.com.pk/?gws_rd=cr&ei=xSFlVpCUCKfXyQPz9oL4Dw#q=peshawar+karachi+railway+line+length<br />
https: /en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_power_stations_in_Pakistan
NO. OF GOVERNMENT & PRIVATE TUBE WELLS<br />
INSTALLED BY WAPDA<br />
District<br />
No. of Tube wells<br />
Private Government Total<br />
Bahawalpur 37 nil 37<br />
TELECOMMUNICATION<br />
There are 41 telephone exchanges operating in the district, ranging in capacities from 250 lines to<br />
10,000 lines. Cellular phone services are available in the district.<br />
COMMUNICATION TOWER<br />
Tehsil Warid Ufone Zong Mobilink<br />
Ahmadpur East 36 81 0 48<br />
Bahawalpur 94 240 0 86<br />
Bahawalpur City 27 60 0 32<br />
Hasilpur 21 9 0 16<br />
Khairpur Tamewali 27 78 0 35<br />
District Pre-Investment Study-2012 BAHAWALPUR<br />
Directorate of industries, Punjab<br />
Poonch House, Multan Road Lahore
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District Bahawalpur<br />
Social Infrastructure<br />
HEALTH<br />
Facility Type Name of Facility Bed Strength No. of Functional Beds Remarks<br />
Teaching Hospitals BVH 1450 1450 1 Hospital<br />
THQ Hospital Ahmadpur East 90 90<br />
THQ Hospitals (4)<br />
THQ Hospital Hasilpur 40 40<br />
THQ Hospital Khairpur Tamewali 60 60<br />
THQ Hospital Yazman 60 40<br />
RHCs 10 200 200<br />
BHUs 71 142 142<br />
Govt. Rural Dispensaries 4 4 4<br />
MCH Centers 10 0 0<br />
Sub Health Centers 0 0 0<br />
TB Clinics 2 0 0<br />
There are 50 private hospitals and 167 private clinics in the district.<br />
EDUCTION<br />
Institutions by Level<br />
Primary Middle High High Secondary Total<br />
Boys 970 94 80 7 1151<br />
Girls 721 144 62 6 933<br />
Total 1691 238 142 13 2084<br />
www.phsrp.punjab.gov.pk/downloads/3yrp/bahawalpur.doc
Enrolment by Stage<br />
Pre-Primary Primary Middle High High Secondary Total<br />
Boys 38645 68462 21850 12566 464 141987<br />
Girls 31540 49364 19672 10261 581 111418<br />
Total 70185 117826 41522 22827 1045 253405<br />
SPORTS AND CULTURE (ARCHEOLOGICAL SITES, SHRINES, RELIGIOUS<br />
PLACES ETC<br />
There are many sports and recreational facilities in the district including various playgrounds, golf course,<br />
squash court, tennis court most famous is the Bahawal stadium etc.<br />
The city of Bahawalpur has a rich heritage and is an important hot spot for historians as well as archeologists.<br />
Bahawalpur is known for its cotton, silk, embroidery, carpets, and extraordinarily delicate pottery.<br />
The Punjab Small Industries Corporation (PSIC) has established a Craft Development Center for Cholistan<br />
area, outside Farid Gate. Some of the souvenirs produced in the city include: Flassi, Gindi or Rilli, Changaries,<br />
Khalti.<br />
ISSUES AND CHALLENGES TO SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT<br />
• Access to remote areas.<br />
• Scarcity of fresh water.<br />
17. geobahawalpur.blogspot.com/p/culture-of-bahawal-pur.html
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