Chiniot District
District Overview
Economic Structure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Development Projects
District Overview
General Information
| District Name | Chiniot |
|---|---|
|
Province |
Punjab |
|
Headquarters |
Chiniot City |
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Established |
2009 |
|
Total Area |
2,643 km² |
|
Total Population |
1,563,024 |
|
Male Population |
760,731 |
|
Female Population |
772,126 |
|
Urban Population |
491,672 |
|
Rural Population |
1,071,352 |
|
Population Density |
591.4 persons/km² |
|
Literacy Rate |
65.05% |
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Official Language(s) |
Punjabi, Urdu |
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Major Ethnic Groups |
Punjabi |
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Labour force(Male & female) |
Male ~ 506,757, Female ~ 149,775 |
Administrative Divisions
|
Tehsils/Talukas |
Chiniot, Bhawana, Lalian |
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Union Councils |
44 in Chiniot, 12 in Lalian, 12 in Bhawana |
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Villages |
361 Villages |
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Geographical Coordinates |
31°43′N 72°59′E |
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Topography |
Flat, fertile plains |
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Major Rivers/Lakes |
Chenab River |
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Climate |
Semi-arid; hot summers, mild winters; average rainfall ~375 mm/year |
Culture and Heritage
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Historical Sites |
Umar Hayat Mahal, Shahi Mosque, Bara Mandir, Sheesh Mahal |
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Cultural Festivals |
Urs of Shah Burhan, local Melas |
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Traditional Crafts |
Traditional Pakistani Food and Fast food |
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Cuisine |
Traditional Pakistani Food and Fast food |
Tourism
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Tourist Attractions |
Umar Hayat Mahal, Shahi Mosque, Chenab Riverfront |
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Accommodation |
Small hotels in Chiniot City |
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Transport for Tourists |
Buses, taxis, rickshaws, rail connectivity |
Economic Structure
Agriculture & Allied Sectors
| Crop | Production in ‘000’ tons (2022 23) |
|---|---|
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Wheat |
331,920 |
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Rice |
368,000 |
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Sugarcane |
N/A |
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Maize |
17,300 |
Livestock & Dairy Industry
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Livestock & Dairy Industry |
Significant buffalo and cattle population; goats and sheep also common. |
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Fisheries & Horticulture |
Fish farming promoted; horticulture includes citrus, guava, and pomegranate. |
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Agricultural Land Use |
Fish farming promoted; horticulture includes citrus, guava, and pomegranate. |
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Industry & Manufacturing |
Furniture manufacturing, textiles, sugar mills, rice mills, foundries. |
Development Projects
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
125-Bed District Headquarters Hospital |
Establishment of a new DHQ hospital in Chiniot with a budget of Rs. 1.014 billion. |
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Faisalabad–Chiniot–Sargodha Road Dualization |
24 km road dualization from Kamalpur Interchange to Tehsil Chowk Chiniot, funded with Rs. 7.6 billion. |
|
Safe City Project |
Implementation of surveillance infrastructure to enhance urban safety and security. |
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Cultural Heritage Restoration |
Renovation of the 17th-century Badshahi Mosque and development of associated gardens and fountains. |
Planned Projects
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
Chiniot Dam |
Proposed earth-fill and rock-fill dam on the Chenab River, 17 meters high, aimed at irrigation and power generation. |
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Chiniot-Rajoa Iron Ore Project |
Feasibility studies for mining and steel production, with projected costs 25–30% lower than global steel prices. |
|
Naya Pakistan Housing Scheme |
Addressing the housing shortage of 36,258 units in Chiniot, with expectations to grow to 49,032 units. |
Industries Overview
Industry & Manufacturing
- Key Industries & Industrial Clusters:Furniture manufacturing, textiles, sugar mills, rice mills, foundries.
MSME Sector Overview
Presence in furniture, textiles, and allied  industries
Large-scale Industries & Key Players
Madina Sugar Mill, Ramzan Sugar Mill, Safina Sugar Mill, Iqbal Rice Mill, Tayyab Textile Mill.​
Trade & Commerce
- Major Markets & Trading Centers:Chiniot City
- Major Exports:Furniture, Textiles, sugar, rice.
- Major Commodities Traded:Â Wheat, cotton, sugarcane, rice.
Services Sector
- Banking & Financial Services:Branches of major banks; microfinance institutions present.
- Tourism & Hospitality Industry:Developing sector with hotels and restaurants.
- Education & Healthcare Infrastructure:Multiple schools, colleges, and hospitals across the district.​
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
- Transport (Road, Rail, Air): Connected via metalled roads to neighboring districts; railway lines pass through Chiniot with railway stations in Chiniot and Lalian; no airport within the district, Nearest Airport Faisalabad. Â
- National Highways: GT-Roads
- Motorway: M-4 nearby
- Educational Institutions: 697 schools, 11 colleges.
- Healthcare Facilities: District Headquarters Hospital, Tehsil Headquarters Hospitals, Basic Health Units.
- Communication: PTCL landline, Mobile and internet coverage; postal services available, Private Courier Services
- Power Supply & Renewable Energy Potential: Conventional power supply; limited solar and biogas energy Units installed.
- Digital Connectivity & Internet Penetration: PTCL Internet services, High mobile broadband coverage, Fiber Optic Cables in selected areas.
Development Projects
Development Projects
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
125-Bed District Headquarters Hospital |
Establishment of a new DHQ hospital in Chiniot with a budget of Rs. 1.014 billion. |
|
Faisalabad–Chiniot–Sargodha Road Dualization |
24 km road dualization from Kamalpur Interchange to Tehsil Chowk Chiniot, funded with Rs. 7.6 billion. |
|
Safe City Project |
Implementation of surveillance infrastructure to enhance urban safety and security. |
|
Cultural Heritage Restoration |
Renovation of the 17th-century Badshahi Mosque and development of associated gardens and fountains. |
Planned Projects
| Project Name | Description |
|---|---|
|
Chiniot Dam |
Proposed earth-fill and rock-fill dam on the Chenab River, 17 meters high, aimed at irrigation and power generation. |
|
Chiniot-Rajoa Iron Ore Project |
Feasibility studies for mining and steel production, with projected costs 25–30% lower than global steel prices. |
|
Naya Pakistan Housing Scheme |
Addressing the housing shortage of 36,258 units in Chiniot, with expectations to grow to 49,032 units. |