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Rohilanwali ... Rohilanwali (Urdu: روہیلانوالی) is a town located in Muzaffargarh District with a population of nearly 29,826. Original name: Rohilānwāli Alternates names : Rohillanwali Union Council No.47 Rohilanwali Total Population: 29,826

Geographical coordinates: 29° 46' 0" North, 71° 4' 0" East Geographical location: Muzaffargarh, Punjab, Pakistan.

Geography: The city of Rohilanwali is located in southern Punjab province at almost the exact centre of Pakistan. It forms a strip between the river Chenab on its east and Indus river on its West.The area around the city is a flat, alluvial plain and is ideal for agriculture, with many citrus and mango farms. The land is very fertile.

Climate: Rohilanwali features an arid climate with very hot summers and mild winters. The city witnesses some of the most extreme weather in the country. The highest recorded temperature is approximately 54 °C (129 °F), and the lowest recorded temperature is approximately −1 °C (30 °F). The average rainfall is roughly 127 millimetres (5.0 in). Dust storms are a common occurrence within the city. Places near Rohilanwali

Demographics: The majority of Rohilanwali's residents speak Saraiki, while Punjabi is the second most spoken language. A good portion of the people are conversant in Urdu. English is understood by the educated. The majority of the people are Muslims As per the 1998 census of Pakistan, the following are the demographics of the city, by spoken language: Saraiki: 70.58 (54.23% in the city) Haryanvi: 14.59% (11.01% in the city) Punjabi: 7.14% (25.13% in the city) Urdu: 5.86% (6.64% in the city) Pashto: 0.62% Balochi: 0.10% Sindhi: 0.07% Other: 1.04%

'TRANSPORTATION'

Rohilanwali has connections with other cities by a variety of means of transportation. The city is linked with Muzaffargarh, DG Khan, Layyah and Multan districts through concrete roads. Buses to Multan leave frequently, since it is located closely to the city. There are a variety of buses travelling farther from the city. Many of them are now air-conditioned with a fairly good safety record. The N-5 National Highway connects the city to connect to all parts of Pakistan. The road otherwise, known as GT Road, allows connections to Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Faisalabad, Karachi, Lahore as well as Bahawalpur.

Railway: After Reaching Muzaffargarh it is connected by rail with all parts of the country and lies on the Branch track between Rawalpindi, Multan, Mainwali and Attock. The main Peshawar-Karachi railway line passes through Multan district.

Airport: The People of Rohilanwali usues Multan International Airport because it is nearer and on 45 min drive Multan International Airport is an airport situated 10 km away from the city centre of Multan. It is not as large as the other airports in Pakistan, as it operates to cater mainly to the population of Multan, Vehari, Khanewal, Rajanpur, Sahiwal, and Pakpattan to mainly to other points within Pakistan as well as the Middle East. Flight are currently operated by the national flag carrier, Pakistan International Airlines. However, since the growth of air travel within the region, there has been speculated interest from other private carriers. The rise in air-travel has also led to the expansion of the current airport with a new runway and terminal.

'AGRICULTURE'

Major Crops: Wheat, sugarcane and cotton are the main crops grown in Rohilanwali. Rice, jawar, bajra, moong, mash, masoor, ground nuts, maize and oil seeds such as rape / mustard and sunflower are also grown in minor quantities in the district.

Fruits Mangoes, dates, citrus and pomegranate are the main fruits grown in Rohilanwali. Dates, jaman, pears, phalsa and bananas are also grown in minor quantities in the City.

Vegetables Onions, carrots, cauliflower and peas are the main vegetables grown in Rohilanwali. Ladyfinger, turnips, tomatoes, potatoes, garlic and chillies are also grown in the city in minor quantities.

Forests: In whole district Muzaffargarh, An area of 100,864 acres is forested. There is also linear plantation of 1250 A.V. mile the roads/rails/canals in the district. Trees grown in the area are kikar, shisham, millbury, eucalyptus, bamboo and coconut.

Neighbouring areas: Forty six kilometres south of Rohilanwali lies Punjnad Head Works, where five rivers meet: Sutlej, Ravi, Chanab, Beas and Indus. Aludewali - Basti jalal - Bhattianwala - Bhundiwali - Ghullanwali - Isanwali - Kandhi balochan - Makkhan bela - Malkan - Mulana - Nachang - Patti drigh - Paunte mulana - Pirwala - Thakranwala

External links

• Tehsils & Unions in the District of Muzaffargarh - Government of Pakistan