Hala, Sindh facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Hala
ہالا
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Dargah Pir Sarhandi
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 Hala
Location in Sindh
Hala
Location in Pakistan
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Sindh |
| Elevation | 39 m (128 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 71,094 |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
Hala (Sindhi: هـالا, Urdu: ہالا) is a city in the Sindh province of Pakistan. It is also an administrative area, known as a taluka, within the Matiari district. Hala is located on the main N-5 National Highway of Pakistan. It is about 62 kilometers away from the city of Hyderabad.
Hala is very famous across the region for its beautiful traditional arts and crafts. These include glazed colored pottery, special woodwork, and unique cloth printing. People also know Hala for its woven cloth called Sussi and khaddar, which is made on handmade looms.
A Look at Hala's History
Hala has a long history as an important place. In 1848, it was officially made a taluka (an administrative sub-district) of the Hyderabad District. Later, in 2005, Hala became part of the newly formed Matiari District.
The city was once connected by the Tando Adam - Mehrabpur Railway Line. However, this railway line is no longer used by Pakistan Railways.
How Many People Live in Hala?
The population of Hala has grown quite a lot over the years. According to the 2023 census, the Hala Municipal Corporation has a population of 71,094 people. The total population of the wider Hala Taluka area is 286,155 (as of 2023). This number includes the city of Hala itself, along with nearby areas like Hala Old, Bhit Shah, and Bhanote.
Here's how the population of Hala city has changed:
| Year | Population |
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| 1972 | 18,282 |
| 1981 | 23,877 |
| 1998 | 40,377 |
| 2017 | 65,780 |
| 2023 | 71,094 |
Hala and Sufism
Hala has been a very important center for Sufism since the 16th century. Sufism is a spiritual practice within Islam that focuses on inner purity and a close connection with God.
One of the most significant places in Hala is the tomb of Makhdum Nuh. He was a respected Sufi teacher, known as a pir, who passed away around 1592. Many people visit his tomb as a place of pilgrimage.
Other important figures connected to Hala include the scholar, poet, and politician Makhdoom Muhammad Zaman Talibul Moula and his son Makhdoom Muhammad Amin Faheem.
Just 5 kilometers from Hala City is another very famous tomb. It belongs to the renowned Sufi poet Hazrat Shah Abdul Latif Bhitai, located in a town called Bhit. This town is also managed as a sub-office of the Taluka Municipal Administration Hala.
See also
In Spanish: Hala para niños
