Chabba Sindhwan
Chabba Sindhwan
چبہسندھواں | |
|---|---|
Village | |
  Chabba Sindhwan | |
| Coordinates: 32°04′47″N 73°52′20″E / 32.079731°N 73.872148°E | |
| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Punjab |
| District | Gujranwala |
| • Density | 70/km2 (200/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
Chabba Sindhwan (Urdu : چبہسندھواں) is a village and union council in Tehsil Nowshera Virkan, District Gujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan.[1] This historical village is located in the west of Gujranwala city. It's a major village having about 4000-6000 population estimated (2020). Village is famous due to its ravines streets.It is renowned for its rich cultural heritage, agricultural activities, and the strength and bravery of its residents, particularly those belonging to the Mughal Gujjar and Arain caste . Many people in Chabba Sindwan are considered descendants of Chugtai Khan, who was the son of Genghis Khan, and they are known as Chugtai Mughals. The sardar of this clan is known as Abbdurehman Mughal One notable individual in Chabba Sindwan Abdurehman Mughal The son of Kale Khan Mughal, who migrated to the region from India's Rajouri area after the partition of India and Pakistan in 1947. Abdurehman Mughal served in the Indian Army during British rule and also fought in World War II as a company commander. The Mughals have had a dominant presence in Chabba Sindwan since 1947, and the village is recognized for its unique cultural and historical attributes.
Geography[edit]
Chabba Sindhwan it located 32.0785 N,73.8728 E, west of Gujranwala city in Gujranwala District, Punjab, Pakistan. Villages around the Chabba Sindhwan are;
- Nokhar, Nadan Kot and Chak Virkan in East
- Jallan and Dera Shah Jamal in West
- Nathu Siwiya in South
- Kot Ladha and Badoki Saikhwan in North.
In the South part of village, a little population locally known as the ‘’’Jammu Dera’’’, or ‘’’New Abadi Chabba Sindhwan’’’.
History[edit]
Chabba Sindhwan is an ancient village. According to the locals, the Armies of Hindus Rajas and Mughal Empire, destroyed the village, that’s why the streets of village are not strait. Some houses are on height and some are on lower. Before the partition of India, both Muslim and Sikh communities were living. Now, the majority of population is Muslim.[2]
Culture[edit]
Villagers follow the typical Punjabi Culture as well as modern western culture.
They spoke Punjabi Language, and can understand Urdu.[3][4] They are mostly Mahajars.
Economy[edit]
Economy of village is very strong, GDP per capita is about 25000 as per 2020. Most of villagers are farmers. They produced Wheat, Rice, Water Melon, and many of vegetables.
Education[edit]
There is many Public and private sectors are spreading education in village.[citation needed]
Schools
- Govt. High School Chabba Sindhwan
- Govt. Girls High School Chabba Sindhwan
- There are also some Islamic Institutes playing a key role in education sector.
Religions[edit]
There are 99.9% Muslims, and about 0.01% of Christians also living.
Nearby villages[edit]
- Kot Ladha
- Nokhar
- Nadan Kot
- Jhallan
- Badoki Saikhwan
See also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ Chabba, Sindhwan. "Village in GRW District". Archived from the original on 22 August 2012.
- ^ "Zulfikar Ali Khan, Sir, (1875–26 May 1933), representing East Central Punjab Muslims in the Indian Legislative Assembly", Who Was Who, Oxford University Press, 1 December 2007, doi:10.1093/ww/9780199540884.013.u219660, retrieved 18 April 2021
- ^ "Punjabi Language", Definitions, Qeios, 2 February 2020, doi:10.32388/pgvhns, retrieved 18 April 2021
- ^ "Urdu Language", Definitions, Qeios, 2 February 2020, doi:10.32388/gxk2ul, retrieved 18 April 2021