Bahawalpur Tehsil facts for kids
Bahawalpur Tehsil (also known as Bhawalpur) is a lively city in Bahawalpur District, Punjab, Pakistan. In 1998, about 403,408 people lived there, making it a good-sized city.
The main language spoken by people in Bahawalpur is Seraiki. However, many people also speak Urdu and English.
Where is Bahawalpur?
Bahawalpur is located in the southern part of the Punjab province. It sits south of the Sutlej River, which is an important river in the region. The city is also part of the Cholistan Desert region, known for its unique landscape.
It's about 90 kilometers (56 miles) from Multan, another big city. It's also quite a distance from Pakistan's major cities: about 420 kilometers (260 miles) from Lahore and around 700 kilometers (435 miles) from the country's capital, Islamabad.
A Bit of History
Bahawalpur has an interesting past. It used to be the capital of a princely state called Bahawalpur. A princely state was a region in British India that was ruled by a local prince, but it was still under the control of the British Empire. This means Bahawalpur was once a very important center for its rulers and people.
