Gujrat District, Towns, Villages & Population

Gujrat, a prominent district and city in Punjab, Pakistan, holds historical, economic, and cultural significance. Located between the Jhelum and Chenab rivers, it serves as a key urban center with a blend of heritage and modern development. In this article you will find the detail of towns, villages, tehsils and population of Gujrat District.

Historical Background of Gujrat, Pakistan:

Historically, Gujrat traces its origins to the Mughal era. It is believed to have been founded by Mughal Emperor Akbar in the late 16th century. Throughout history, it has witnessed battles and strategic developments, notably during the Sikh and British colonial periods. Remnants of old forts, tombs, and shrines reflect its historical depth. The city houses the tomb of Shah Daula, a revered Sufi saint, attracting devotees from across the region.

Tehsils of Gujrat District:

Gujrat has been divided into following three tehsils:

Tehsil Gujrat
Tehsil Kharian
Tehsil Sarai Alamgir

Population & Literacy Rate of Gujrat District:

According to 2023 census, population of Gujrat District is 3,219,375, number of households is 489,589, while average annual population growth rate is 2.63. Literacy rate¹ of Gujrat district is 81.37 percent.

Industrial and Economic Growth:

The district spans approximately 3,192 square kilometers, featuring fertile agricultural land and a growing industrial base. Gujrat city, the district headquarters, is known for its skilled labor, particularly in furniture, ceramics, and fan manufacturing. These industries contribute significantly to Pakistan’s exports, making the city an essential hub of craftsmanship and trade. Additionally, Gujrat is home to numerous small and medium enterprises that drive local employment and economic progress.

The district enjoys well-established transportation links. The Grand Trunk Road and the main railway line connect Gujrat with major cities like Lahore, Islamabad, and Sialkot. The proximity to Sialkot International Airport enhances its accessibility for trade and travel. Public and private transport services efficiently facilitate commuting within the city and nearby areas.

Gujrat Towns and Villages:

According to Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, there 1051 rural localities / villages in Gujrat district. According to 2017 census, 66 of its rural towns / villages have population of 5000 and above, while 265 villages have population between 2000 and 4999. Here is the list of rural towns and villages of Gujrat, Pakistan:

S. No	Name of Village	Population (2017)
1	BALASAR	2,054
2	BHATTI	923
3	BOKAN	1,110
4	DAU	694
5	MEKAN	2,267
6	MEOWAL	573
7	SANGRANA	1,037
8	CHAKANWALI	1,976
9	HASTA GHAGGA	663
10	KEERANWALA	1,601
11	CHANDALA	2,792
12	JAJOWAL	716
13	JAMMAN	1,163
14	CHOKAR KHURD	2,541
15	SHER GARH	2,757
16	DAULAT NAGAR	8,801
17	GARHI BHAU	1,550
18	UMARWAL	2,666
19	BARSAH	1,158
20	DOGA	6,858
21	MAHESEE	1,486
22	JAURAH JALALPUR	1,942
23	KHOKHAR	6,789
24	MACHHIWALA	3,213
25	PINDORI	366
26	BANTH	1,063
27	GANDHRA KALAN	1,362
28	MAKIANA	4,523
29	TOOR	513
30	UGOWAL	1,416
31	CHUHR CHAK	755
32	HARBASPUR	861
33	MELLO	2,731
34	NATHOOWAL	1,483
35	LAAMBRAH	1,053
36	SAIDA	1,433
37	SARAI DHING	4,410
38	ALAMGARH	4,831
39	DHILLU GHARBI	839
40	KHIRADIAN	610
41	BAHOWAL	1,898
42	BORAH	1,516
43	PIARA	1,566
44	AWANA	808
45	BHIDANA	852
46	CHAK KALLAL	921
47	CHAK MUKRIAN	–
48	CHICHIAN	2,296
49	GHANSIA	2,835
50	MUKRIAN	839
51	BATHOOWAL	1,210
52	CHODOWAL	3,427
53	CHODOWAL CHAK	115
54	KARIM DAD	1,145
55	DHANWAL	208
56	DHRAKARI	3,440
57	DHAMMAN MALKA	3,348
58	MAJRA	983
59	NANOO HANDAH	652
60	SHAH JAHANI	962
61	SHAHAB DIWAL	429
62	FATEHPUR	8,552
63	TIBBI BHOOSA	925
64	DARUA	988
65	JAIDPUR	1,086
66	KAIT	510
67	BANUTA	1,352
68	JHANS	1,456
69	KHANOWAL	956
70	MEHASAM	2,209
71	PHIRA KAUTHAN	1,037
72	SHAHPUR	1,243
73	CHAK PINDI	3,511
74	DALI BANTH	2,084
75	SADHOKE	813
76	DEONAH	6,855
77	MAJRA	1,148
78	NIKOWANI	1,313
79	GIDDIAN	630
80	GORSI	970
81	SOHAL GHARBI	1,125
82	THAKKAR LOHAR	419
83	(GIDDER KOT) GONDAL KOT	948
84	CHAK LALA	1,243
85	HARIAWALA	9,787
86	JAMNA	1,076
87	LUNDPUR	4,813
88	CHAK SARO	1,322
89	CHAK SHIANWALA	6
90	JHANDEWALA	3,162
91	MACHIANNA	4,789
92	SAMMAN PINDI	2,345
93	BOORA BANTH	975
94	CHAR	528
95	MAHMOOD CHIMNA	1,303
96	MURARIAN	2,375
97	SHEIKH SUKHA	1,619
98	TIBBI GHAUSPUR	774
99	NAROWALI	5,531
100	TIBBI GORIAN	604
101	AALI	1,536
102	BRAHAM VEHRA	322
103	SADHRI	5,562
104	BANIAN	2,102
105	BEGA	1,414
106	LADHA	1,494
107	THATTA PAUR	2,715
108	ADHOWAL	6,907
109	MALHU	257
110	SAHDWAL KALAN	1,540
111	SAHNWAL KHURD	284
112	CHANGANWALI	484
113	CHECHIAN	1,095
114	PAUR	166
115	TIBBI SINGHOWAL	621
116	CHUKANWALI	2,649
117	KOT DHARO	653
118	THATTI RASOOLPUR MUFTIAN	131
119	BANIAN	654
120	DHERUGHANA	2,855
121	DITEWAL	2,753
122	MATA THEKRIA	403
123	SAHO LAKHO	1,273
124	CHAHRAH	626
125	KOT BELA	1,414
126	MALAKPUR	1,978
127	CHAK BEG	1,046
128	CHAK BEGA	685
129	CHAK CHOHDO	1,097
130	MAJRA	2,334
131	DHUDRA	1,428
132	KHOKHAR GHARBI	2,333
133	MAND	2,157
134	DHAUL SARAI	1,383
135	JULIANI	2,004
136	MUSA KAMALA	2,928
137	KOT GOGGA	279
138	MUSA	1,555
139	SEROJEEDA	673
140	SOCHET GARH	233
141	NAGRIAN WALA	3,642
142	CHAK QAZI	736
143	SAROKE	8,295
144	SHEIKH QUARESHIAN	542
145	CHAHWARRI	173
146	DHOL KHURD	2,337
147	SHAHABDINWAL	880
148	VAINAS	684
149	CHODOWAL SHARQI	–
150	KHASA	259
151	BEOWALI	2446

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