Mahni
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Mahni is a village in the Bhakkar District, Punjab, Pakistan. It is located at 31°37'60N 71°4'0E at an elevation of 159 metres and lies near the boundary of districts Khushab and Jhang. It has a population of almost 30,000 and was given status as Union Council.[1]
Bhakkar was founded probably towards the end of the fifteenth century by a body of colonists from Dera Ismail Khan The Bhakkar was found by Syed ABSAR Shah who came from the city of Bokhara from Russia.
Mahni is a dry desert with little vegetation — mostly thorny bushes — over a breadth of 70 miles. The land is arid and depends upon the weather conditions. They cultivate grains only.
The people mutually share a living tradition of values.
There are many different kinds of castes in Mahni village. The karlu caste is considered as the main caste of the village.[who?] Other casts are Bhidwal, Kachela, Bhular, Bhatti, Nai, Dirkhan, Syed, and Cheena, etc.
Mahni has the following schools: Govt High School Mahni, Govt Girls Elementary School, Govt Boys Primary School. There is also a private School (Perwaz Public School).
A Mela At Darbar Hazrat Peer Shah Bakshana is held every year on 17–18 March. The Biggest Camel's form is also situated in Mahni.
References
- ^ Team, Maplandia.com. "Mahni Map | Pakistan Google Satellite Maps". www.maplandia.com. Retrieved 2018-01-12.