Chambar facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Chamber, Tando Allahyar
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 Chambar
Location in Sindh
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Sindh |
| District | Tando Allahyar |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) |
| Population
(2023)
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| • Total | 20,037 |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
Chambar, also spelled Chamber, is a town in the Tando Allahyar District of the Sindh province in Pakistan. It serves as the main center for the Chamber Taluka, which is like a smaller administrative area within the district. The town itself is divided into two smaller administrative units called Union Councils. You can find Chambar at these coordinates: 25°18'0N 68°49'0E, and it's about 11 meters (36 feet) above sea level.
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What Does "Chambar" Mean?
The name Chambar comes from the Sindhi language. It means "to cling to someone." There is also a group of people called the Chambar caste who live in the Sindh province of Pakistan.
Chambar's Climate: Warm and Sunny
Chambar has a warm climate. This means it's usually warm during both the winter and summer months.
How Chambar Earns Its Living
One of the main ways Chambar makes money is through its industries. A big part of this is the production of sugar from the Chamber Sugar Mill Pvt Ltd.
The town also collects money from local markets. For example, the "Maalpirri" is a strong source of income. Local officials also collect money from carts that sell fruits and vegetables on the roads.
Who Lives in Chambar?
Chambar is home to over 20,000 people. The population has grown quite a bit over the years.
| Census | Population |
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| 1998 | 10,687 |
| 2017 | 17,802 |
| 2023 | 20,037 |
Many different groups of people live in Chambar. Some of the main groups include Muhajir, who originally came from India. Other groups are Kumbhar, Memon, Laghari, Khatti, Punjabi, Brohi, Samoo, Pathan, and Noondani. There are also Hindus, including Maheshwaris and Lohanas.
Religions in Chambar
Most people in Chambar follow the religion of Islam. There are also smaller groups of people who practice Hinduism and Christianity.
Getting Around Chambar
Chambar does not have an airport or a railway station. The main way to travel to and from the city is by road. There is one important road called Chamber Road. This road connects Chambar to other cities in Sindh, like Tando-Allahyar and Badin.
