Ghotki facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ghotki
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Ghotki Park
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 Ghotki
Location in Sindh
Ghotki
Location in Pakistan
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Sindh |
| Elevation | 72 m (236 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 119,879 |
| • Rank | 102nd, Pakistan |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
Ghotki (Urdu: گھوٹکی; Sindhi: گهوٽڪي) is a city in northern Sindh, Pakistan. It is the main city of the Ghotki District. In 2023, about 120,000 people lived there. Ghotki is well-known for its many date palm trees.
A historian named Mirza Kalich Beg wrote about Ghotki's past. He said that Pir Mohsin Shah started the city in 1447. Pir Mohsin Shah also built a beautiful mosque in Ghotki. The city's old name was Lohe Sahibaan.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Ghotki has grown over the years. Here is how the population has changed:
| Census | Population |
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| 1972 | 19,275 |
| 1981 | 28,837 |
| 1998 | 52,823 |
| 2017 | 111,398 |
| 2023 | 119,879 |
Keeping the City Safe
Ghotki district works hard to keep its people safe. Sometimes, there are challenges in remote areas near the river. These areas can be hard to reach.
To help with safety, the government has approved new tools for the police. This includes special equipment and surveillance systems. These tools help police keep an eye on difficult areas. They also help protect police officers.
The police are also planning to use drone technology. Drones are unmanned flying vehicles. They can be used for watching over areas. They can also help find people who are causing trouble. Drones were used by the army before. Now, police are using them more often to help keep cities safe. This is a big change in how police work to protect communities.
Natural Gas Reserves
Ghotki is important because it has natural gas underground. This gas is a valuable energy source.
A company called OGDCL found gas in the Umair South East-1 well. This was in the Guddu Block in Sindh. They found gas in May 2022. This discovery helps provide more gas for the Sindh province.
Another company, Mari Petroleum Company Limited (MPCL), also found gas. They started supplying gas from the Tipu area. This area is also in Ghotki district. This gas goes to homes and businesses. It helps meet the energy needs of the region.
