Talokar facts for kids
Tihlokar is a village found in the Haripur district. This area is part of the Hazara in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Pakistan. It is a peaceful community known for its farming.
Village Population
In 2017, about 8,250 people lived in Talokar. The main Talokar village had around 4,800 people in 2001. Two smaller areas nearby are also counted with Talokar. They added about 1,260 people in 2000-2001.
A Look at History
Talokar was started a long time ago, around the 12th or 13th century AD. Later, in the 17th century, it became part of Dheri-Talokar. This was a large land owned by an important family called the Tarin family.
Some well-known people from this family include:
- Muhammad Habib Khan Tarin: A respected military officer.
- Abdul Majid Khan Tarin: A lawyer and important community leader.
- H.E Abdus Salim Khan: He served as an ambassador for his country.
- Omer Salim Khan (Omer Tarin): He is known as a poet, thinker, and scholar.
Talokar in World War I
During World War I, Talokar and its smaller neighboring villages played a big part. They sent many soldiers to join the British Indian Army. About 240 men from this area served in the war. This was a large number for a village at that time.
Some of the brave men from Talokar who died fighting in the war include:
- Jemadar Abdul Latif Khan
- Sowar Ghulam Jan Khan
- Sepoy Sikandar Khan
In total, about 18 people from Talokar are believed to have died in World War I.
Life in Talokar
Talokar is mostly a farming area. It is only about 2 kilometers from Haripur town. The village is famous for its fresh vegetables. Farmers also grow wheat and maize crops. You can find orchards with delicious fruits like loquats and oranges.
Most people in Talokar work in farming. However, many also work for the government or in the military. Some people work in local factories. Others travel to work in different countries.
The main groups of people living here include Awans, Maliars, and different Pashtuns. These Pashtun groups include Tareen, Dilazak, Alizai, and Tanoli. You will also find Syeds, Gujars, and Bhatti Rajputs.
Most people in Talokar are Muslim, mainly following the Sunni branch of Islam. Education is important here. Both boys and girls have schools to attend. Talokar is a successful and peaceful place. People generally follow the rules. Like many places in the region, there can be occasional arguments.
People in Talokar enjoy many fun activities. These include hunting and horse riding. They also practice Gatka, which is a traditional martial art. Kumbhar folk-dancing is another popular pastime.
