Bhakkar Tehsil facts for kids
Bhakkar Tehsil (in Urdu, Seraiki, and Punjabi: تحصیل بکھر) is an important administrative area in Pakistan. It is a subdivision, also known as a tehsil, within the Bhakkar District. This district is located in the Punjab province of Pakistan. The main town and center of Bhakkar Tehsil is the town of Bhakkar itself.
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Understanding Bhakkar Tehsil's Administration
Bhakkar Tehsil is divided into smaller local areas. These smaller areas are called Union Councils. There are 17 Union Councils that make up Bhakkar Tehsil. Each Union Council helps manage local services and represents the people living there.
A Look at Bhakkar Tehsil's History
The history of Bhakkar Tehsil shows how its size and importance have changed over time.
Bhakkar During British Rule
A long time ago, during the period of British rule in India, Bhakkar was a larger area. It was part of the Mianwali District. In 1901, a count of the people, called a census, showed that about 125,803 people lived there. The tehsil included the town of Bhakkar, which had about 5,312 residents, and 196 villages.
Becoming a Separate District
A big change happened in 1982. Bhakkar Tehsil was separated from Mianwali District. It then became its own district, known as Bhakkar District. This new district was further divided into four tehsils. One of these four tehsils is the Bhakkar Tehsil we know today.
