Kharian is situated in the district of Gujrat. It is an administrative division of Gujrat and is also known as the richest Tehsil in Pakistan. It is also known as mini-Norway because many people from this city are well-settled abroad specifically in Norway. At this point, almost 50,000 Norwegians claim to have Pakistani roots out of which 70% of them are from Kharian. People have well-established businesses there.
At least, one of the family members from each family in Kharian is residing in some other country. It is situated two- and a half-hour drive from Islamabad, the capital of the country, and almost a three-hour drive away from Lahore, the important business hub of the country.
Postal Code
The postal code of Kharian City is 50090, whereas the postal code of Kharian Cantt is 50070. And the postal code of nearby villages is different.
Attractions
The Pabbi Forest is one of the famous attractions in Kharian. You can enjoy a good hike experience there. You can also do a BBQ in the forest. The facilities have been made available because it has become a tourist spot for the people of Kharian. The lake in the forest is surrounded by benches and canopies so that people can sit and relax and enjoy their time roaming around the forest.
Other than the Pabbi Forest, people can also visit the Jhelum River which is situated at a distance of 25 minutes drive. Another important place to visit is the Mangla dam. People can enjoy their time there doing boating and other fun activities.
Weather
The weather in Kharian is quite hot because it is away from northern areas. The summer season is quite hot, and the winters are dry. The weather of Kharian is pleasant and better than in Southern Punjab, but hotter than in the north.
Mindset of People
Most of the people from Kharian Tehsil are fascinated by the idea of going abroad and for that reason, they do not study much. Most people do not even bother completing a bachelor’s degree. They consider going overseas a better opportunity than using their brains.
Facilities
Although Kharian is a small city, there are many facilities available at hand. Many overseas Pakistanis have invested a good amount in maintaining the infrastructure of the city. Almost every facility is available in this city.
2nd Largest Cantt
The Kharian Cantt is the second largest cant in Pakistan. Most of the army ammunition is there. It also has areas for civilian societies. The Cantt has been maintained beautifully and it is peaceful and clean. There is no fear to stay out late at night. It is well secured and safe. No one can enter the Cantt area without a card and checking at the MP check post.
Kharian City
Many people are settled in the city area. Life in the city area is full of hustle and bustle. There is always the honking of cars and bikes on the road. The markets are always crowded. You can find a variety of stuff in the market. Other than the city many other societies have also been maintained with different names where people have been settling and they are quite peaceful, and also the living standards are better.
Villages near Kharian
There are a lot of villages near kharain. Many people from these villages are settled in European countries and they have made large bungalows back home. Most of the people living in these villages are way too rich to make their living standards better, but they prefer living their life in simplified ways.
Economic Contribution
Overseas Pakistani are an important asset of the country and contribute a lot to boosting the economic position of the country. Since most of the individuals hail from Kharian, they contribute largely to the economy of the country. Moreover, Kharian is considered an important agricultural land. Many important crops such as wheat and the juiciest melons are exported countrywide from this land. In addition, it is also home to the greatest and finest quality cutlery. Kharian has always been an important asset to the Economy of Pakistan.
Corporations and Industries
Since the city is very small so one cannot expect a lot from it, but still, the city has a lot to offer. Some of the renowned educational institutions in the country has also their branches in kharain, where children can learn and study. Not all but some of the international companies and good food industries have also established their set up in this city and have been getting a good response.
Conclusion
The city has been rapidly developing. Many new societies have been formed. People are now eager to shift to better societies from the surrounding villages to make their living standards better. Since villages can assure you a lifestyle because very limited facilities are available, and you need to rush to the city market for every little thing.
