Ikram Pur

Ikram Pur
Village and union council
Country	Pakistan
Region	Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
District	Mardan District
Time zone	UTC+5 (PST)

Ikram Pur, also known as Baizo Kharki, is a village in Pakistan situated in the northeastern strip of Mardan on the edge of Malakand Agency. A road leads to Thana, which is used as an alternate way to Swat, Dir, and Buner. This is the last village in the Union Council of the District Mardan. Ikrampur is protected by massive mountains on three sides. One side is open for visitors. Hence they promote, introduce, and expand their trade/business and trouble-free entrance to the Local Market of the village, which is a very beautiful and busy place. It has beautiful mountains, green trees, open fields, and a famous lake called Jewar. The main source of irrigation here is the canal system. The mountains of this village are evergreen. This village is a peaceful, very silent, noise and pollution-free. A typical village consists of cemented paths and carpeted streets with a safe drainage system. Its houses are made from strong stones so the villagers now build their huge houses built with bricks and concrete. Most of the village people live a simple lifestyle.

The favorite location to establish houses is Khana, the pinnacle place for VIPs residents. There are green trees, vast meadows, and flowery bushes everywhere. The blossoming flowers, fragrant air, the rising and setting sun all leave a great influence on the health of villagers. In the summer they rest under the shady and green trees. Women also help the men in their work, along with their household. They also take care of their domestic variety of animals and colorful birds. Villagers are very traditional people who are hardworking, industrious and honest in dealing with each other in all affairs of life. The life of the village is so simple, natural, and beautiful with a healthy environment. There is no pain and worry at all due to the simplicity of living. Impediment, hindrance in work, makes life more difficult while straightforwardness makes life much durable.

Sui Gas is a much cheaper source of energy than other sources. Sui Gas has been provided now to this village. Every house has Gas supply. At one stage this was the burning issue of the residents of this village. Main Sui Gas Line was already available for the residents of Palai and its surrounding villages. Whereas no Gas connection was to the residents of this village due to prolong dispute. Consequent to the concerted efforts of the Union Council, Sui Gas has been approved. Sui gas is now exported to various countries, so it also has ann advantageous affect on Pakistan's stock exchange. Now, Sui gas is used throughout Pakistan. Pakistani people are now using this gas without any hesitation.

Post Office plays a great role in communication between different people, department, private and government organization and civil sectors in the country. To provide rapid service to the general public the main Post Office is situated in this village. Main Police Station is situated in the center of village (Bangla pull). The Telephone Exchange is situated in the centre of the village and through this exchange the village is linked with the other parts of the country in general and foreign countries in particular. Divisional Engineer (Phones) and its staff are very cooperative and polite in dealing with their authorized customers. On lodging complaints, they, very promptly rectify the defect and technical fault if any.

Climate

K2

Pakistan is a predominantly dry country. The flat areas in the south and centre have a desert-like climate. May and June are the hottest months, when it is 40 to 45 °C. The best travel period is from December to March, when it is relatively cool. The north of the country is visited by the monsoon in July and August. In a short space of time a lot of rain can fall and there can be heavy storms. The extreme north is home to the high mountains: K2 and Nanga Parbat are two of the highest mountains in the world.

Geography

This village had been divided into various Mohallahs (locations). Mountains, hills, plants, trees and green lands play a vital role in the pollution free and much healthy atmosphere of the area. In this regard there are some well-known mountains, like Bhand, Shamshadin, Butan, Neeala and Zarani. There are some renowned springs in the village. One is sited in the premises of Shamshadin and another is situated in the premises of Butan. The water of these springs is fresh, crystal clear and tasty. To provide safety to the various plants and green grass available in these mountains, the Jirga of this village is vigilant over the affairs of these mountains and maintain it well so that the grass can be used for the animals. And various plants and trees can be utilized for alternate purposes. Jirga maintains Nagha System to enhance the fertility of these mountains and when it’s enriched then they dismiss the Nagha for a limited duration.

Mountains of this village are famous for lime-stones, green grass and various trees. There is a good variety of forest animals, dangerous snakes and colourful birds in these mountains. To save the wildlife, hunting is prohibited here.

Transport

Central Gateway to this stunning place is called Dramona, the main bus stop for short and long route transport to Ikrampur and Palai.

Demographics

The population of this village is approximately 25,000 people including: Yousafzai 25%, Torzai 25%, Dalazak 15%, Baddi 15%,Shalmani 05%, Tawaskhail 05%, Changakhail 5% and miscellaneous 5%.