Puran Tehsil facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Puran Tehsil
تحصیل پورَن
پورَن تحصیل |
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| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province |  Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| District | Shangla |
| Population
(2017)
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| • Total | 145,202 |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
| Number of towns | 1 |
| Number of Union Councils | 9 |
Puran is a special area, like a sub-division, located in the Shangla District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province in Pakistan. It's also known as a tehsil, which is a type of administrative division. Puran is an important part of the Shangla District.
Puran is home to many people. In 2017, about 145,202 people lived here. The area is managed by a chairman named Abdul Maula. He is part of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf political party.
About Puran Tehsil
Puran is a sub-division that includes three smaller tehsils. These are Puran itself, along with Martung and Makhuzai. This helps manage the area better.
The Puran Sub-division is made up of nine Union Councils. These are smaller local government units. They help with local services and administration.
Villages and Towns in Puran
Puran includes several villages and towns. These places are where many people live and work. They form the community of Puran.
Some of the villages and towns in Puran are:
- Aloch
- Bengalai
- Kotkay
- Nimkalay
- Sandovi
- Chagam
- Sanila
Famous People from Puran
Many notable people come from Puran. These individuals have contributed to different fields. They are well-known in their areas.
Some of the famous people from Puran include:
- Fazlullah
- Ibadullah Khan
- Pir Muhammad Khan
- Abdul Munim
- Amir Muqam
- Faisal Zeb
