Attock Tehsil facts for kids

Attock Tehsil (which means "subdivision" in Urdu, Urdu: تحصیل اٹک) is an important area in the Attock District of the Punjab province in Pakistan. It's one of six such subdivisions in the district.

Where is Attock Tehsil Located?

Attock Tehsil is found in a specific part of Pakistan. It lies between certain lines of latitude and longitude, which are like imaginary lines on a map that help us find places. Its coordinates are roughly 33º38' to 34º0' North and 72º7' to 72º50' East. This area covers about 651 square miles.

Natural Borders and Rivers

• To the northwest, the mighty Indus River forms a natural border. This river separates Attock Tehsil from another province called Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
• Another important river, the Haro River, flows right through Attock Tehsil. It travels from the east side to the west side.

Different Landscapes of Attock

• The Chach Plain: In the northwest corner of Attock Tehsil, you'll find a very rich and fertile area known as the Chach plain. This land is great for farming.
• Sandy Plains and Mountains: South of the Chach plain, the land changes to a dry, sandy plain. Beyond this plain, you can see the Kala-Chitta mountain range rising up.
• The Nala Region: The eastern part of Attock Tehsil is called the Nala. This area has many small hills and some rough land. However, it also has a good amount of flat land. Farmers here use water from wells and small channels from the Haro River to water their crops.