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Sargodha
سرگودھا | |
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    Clockwise from top: Mushaf Ali Mir Chowk (Intersection), Central Library, Shaheen Enclave, University of Sargodha | |
  Sargodha  Sargodha  Sargodha | |
| Coordinates: 32°5′1″N 72°40′16″E / 32.08361°N 72.67111°E | |
| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province |  Punjab |
| Division | Sargodha[1] |
| District | Sargodha |
| Founded | 1903[2] |
| Government | |
| • Type | Mayor–council |
| • Mayor | (Vacant)[3] |
| • Administrator/Deputy Commissioner[5] | Muhammad Asghar Joyia (BPS-18 PAS)[4] |
| Area | |
| 12.4[6] km2 (Formatting error: invalid input when rounding sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 191[6] m (Formatting error: invalid input when rounding ft) |
| Population (2017) | |
| 643,160 | |
| • Rank | 31st, Pakistan |
| • Urban | 1,306,363 |
| • Metro | 1,586,775 |
| Ethnicities | |
| Religions | |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PKT) |
| Postal code | 40100-40111[7] |
| Dialling code | 048 |
Sargodha (سرگودھا) is a city in the Punjab province of Pakistan. It is the administrative center of Sargodha District and part of the larger Sargodha Division. Founded in 1903, Sargodha is one of the major cities in the Punjab region and has a population of 643,160 according to the 2017 Pakistan Census, making it the 31st most populous city in Pakistan. The city is known for its educational institutions, including the University of Sargodha.
Geography
Sargodha is located at 32°5′1″N 72°40′16″E / 32.08361°N 72.67111°E and covers an area of 12.4 square kilometers. It has an elevation of 191 meters above sea level.
Demographics
The population of Sargodha is ethnically diverse, with the majority of the residents being Punjabi and Saraiki, while other ethnic groups, such as Pashtuns, Muhajirs, Sindhis, and Balochis, are also present. The city's population practices Islam as the predominant religion.
Government and Administration
Sargodha has a Mayor–council form of government, although the position of the Mayor is currently vacant. The city is also administered by a Deputy Commissioner, Muhammad Asghar Joyia.
Economy
Sargodha has a diverse economy with agriculture being a significant sector. The city is known for its citrus fruit production, and it is often referred to as the "California of Pakistan." Other industries, including textiles, trade, and services, contribute to the city's economy.
Education
Sargodha is home to several educational institutions, with the University of Sargodha being one of the prominent universities in the city. It offers a wide range of programs and degrees, attracting students from various regions.
Transportation
The city is well-connected through a network of roads and highways, making it accessible from other major cities in the region. The Sargodha Junction railway station provides rail connectivity, and the city also has an airport, the Sargodha Airport.
Notable Landmarks
Sargodha boasts several notable landmarks, including the University of Sargodha, Central Library, and the Mushaf Ali Mir Chowk, which is a major intersection in the city.
See Also
References
- ^ "Sargodha Division". getamap.net.
- ^ "Sargodha | Pakistan". Encyclopedia Britannica.
- ^ "Administrators' appointments planned as Punjab LG system dissolves today". The Nation (newspaper). 31 December 2021. Retrieved 6 January 2022.
- ^ "DC visits Bhalwal THQ hospital". The Nation (newspaper). 2 January 2022. Retrieved 6 January 2022.
- ^ "DCs posted as administrators as LG system dissolved in Punjab". Pakistan Observer (newspaper). 2 January 2022. Retrieved 6 January 2022.
- ^ a b c d e "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived from the original (PDF) on 4 March 2016. Retrieved 4 November 2015.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ "General Post Office". TCS. Retrieved 24 December 2019.
