Kala Kamala

Coordinates: 32°35′59″N 73°45′58″E / 32.59972°N 73.76611°E / 32.59972; 73.76611
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Kala Kamala
کالا کملا
Village
Province
 Punjab (Pakistan)
DivisionGujrat Division
Köppen climate classificationHumid subtropical climate
Population
 • Estimate 
(2023)
4,000

Kala Kamala is a village located within the Gujrat district of Punjab, Pakistan, it is approximately 88 miles southeast of Islamabad, the capital city of the country.[1] The village was said to have been founded by two brothers, Kala and Kamala, belonging to the Gujjar ethnic group, and stands as a cultural emblem of the Gujjar community's heritage in the region.

Mr. Kala is said to have then migrated to Kala Gujran, an area adjacent to Jehlum city,[2][3] which is possibly named after him. The village remains home to the descendants of Mr. Kamala, who continue to inhabit the region and play a substantial role as landowners, carrying on a legacy within the community.

History

The

Gujjars are traditionally engaged in agricultural, pastoral, and nomadic pursuits.[5][6][7]

Following the village's establishment, one of the brothers, Mr. Kala, reportedly migrated to Kala Gujran near Jehlum city.[2][3] It is speculated that he might have played a pivotal role in founding this subsequent settlement. The lineage of Mr. Kamala's family, one of the village's founding figures, continues to reside in Kala Kamala, preserving their legacy within the community. The village remains a testament to the cultural and historical heritage of the Gujjar community, adapting across time while retaining its foundational roots.

Economy

The village's economy primarily thrives on

landowning
families. The first center, established in the early '90s, was followed by three more post-2007, facilitating substantial nationwide trade in these primary products.

The

European countries and North America.[13][14][15]

Demographics

The

Faqeer, Qasbi, Mochi, Nai, Machi, and Mussali.[16]

The

Miane.[citation needed
]

Services

The village hosts a petrol station[17] and boasts over four medium-sized shops, catering to the needs of its residents.

Location

Situated approximately 5 km from the city of Dinga, the village is positioned along the Dinga-Mangowal road. It's located within the district of Gujrat, just 30 km away from the district headquarters.

It is approximately 88 miles southeast of Islamabad, the capital city of the country.[citation needed]

Religious sites

Baba Noor Shah

A revered figure from Panjan

Kasana, Baba Noor Shah, a respected Syed, passed away in this village. The people of Kala Kamala constructed a shrine in his honor.[citation needed
]

Mian Ghulam Ahmed

An esteemed elder from the

Miane family, his tomb is situated at the village's center. He was regarded as a deeply spiritual individual.[citation needed
]

Baba Khan Saab

Another revered figure, whose

sacred site at that spot.[citation needed
]

References

  1. ^ "Kala Kamala, Punjab Province, Pakistan". Mindat. 2023-11-11. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  2. ^ a b "Kala Gujran, Jhelum, Punjab - North: 49490 | Pakistan Postcode ✉️". pak.postcodebase.com. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  3. ^ a b "Kala Gujran on a map of Pakistan, location on the map, exact time". my.maptons.com. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  4. ^ Rahi, Dr Javaid. "The GUJJARS -Vol : 01 A Book on History and Culture of Gujjar Tribe : Ed Javaid Rahi". {{cite journal}}: Cite journal requires |journal= (help)
  5. ^ Service, Tribune News. "BJP sets its eyes on Gujjar-Bakarwal tribes in Jammu and Kashmir". Tribuneindia News Service. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  6. ^ "J&K Delimitation: As seen from the side of Gujjars, Bakarwals". The Indian Express. 2022-02-18. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  7. ^ "Kashmir's nomadic tribes of Gujjar and Bakarwal- Finding identity among the unidentified". The Independent. 2021-08-02. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  8. ^ "Big push for the rural economy in Pakistan". International Growth Centre. 2020-07-31. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  9. ^ "Economy | Punjab Portal". Punjab Portal. 2023-11-11. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  10. ^ www.ifpri.org https://www.ifpri.org/publication/agriculture-and-rural-economy-pakistan-issues-outlooks-and-policy-priorities. Retrieved 2023-11-11. {{cite web}}: Missing or empty |title= (help)
  11. ^ "Remittances - MRC Pakistan". www.mrc.org.pk. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  12. S2CID 213213717
    .
  13. ^ "Pakistan's People Are Fleeing Not Only Economic Crisis But Extremism". thediplomat.com. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  14. ^ "OVERSEAS PAKISTANIS FOUNDATION – Ministry of Overseas Pakistanis & Human Resource Development, Government Of Pakistan". Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  15. ISBN 978-0-387-29904-4
    , retrieved 2023-11-11
  16. ^ "Our History | District Gujrat". District Gujrat. 2023-11-11. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
  17. ^ "Google Maps". Google Maps. Retrieved 2023-11-11.
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