Sargodha District
District Overview
Economic Structure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Investment and Growth Potential Areas
Development Projects
District Overview
General Information
| District Name | Sargodha |
|---|---|
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Province |
Punjab |
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Headquarters |
Sargodha City |
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Established |
1903 |
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Total Area |
5,854 sq. Kilometer |
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Total Population |
4,334, 448 (2023 census) |
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Male Population |
1, 872, 170 |
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Female Population |
1,831, 114 |
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Population Density |
740 People per Sq. Kilometer (2023 census) |
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Literacy Rate |
66.73 % (2023 census) |
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Official Language(s) |
Urdu, Punjabi |
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Major Ethnic Groups |
Jatt, Rajput, Arian and Awan |
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Labour force(Male & female) |
(Male 982.2 & female 383.3) in thousands LFS-2020-2021 |
Administrative Divisions
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Tehsils/Talukas |
Bhalwal, Bhera, Kot Momin, Sahiwal, Sargodha Tehsil, Sillanwali, Shahpur |
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Union Councils |
186 |
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Villages |
900 approx |
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Geographical Coordinates |
32.1566° N, 72.8043° E |
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Topography |
190 meter above sea level, Flat fertile plains with small rocky hills |
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Major Rivers/Lakes |
The River Jhelum flows along the western and northern borders, and the River Chenab on the eastern side. |
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Climate |
Semi-arid climate with extreme heat, average rain is 410mm, average temperature 24 Celsius |
Culture and Heritage
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Historical Sites |
Remount Depot Mona, Sher Shah Suri Mosque Bhera, and the ruins of ancient cities like Bhera, Sial Sharif etc |
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Cultural Festivals |
Narangi Mela (Citrus Fruit Festival) Mela Maweshian (Horse & Cattle Show) |
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Traditional Crafts |
Woodwork, basketry, and embroidery, Wood carving etc |
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Cuisine |
Traditional Pakistani dishes |
Tourism
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Tourist Attractions |
Sher shah Suri Mosque, Sial Sharif Sufi Shrine, Kirana Hills |
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Accommodation |
Hotel One, Prime Castle Luxury Hotel, Royal Orchid, Sargodha Gym Khana |
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Transport for Tourists |
Buses, Cabs, Rail transport |
Economic Structure
Agriculture & Allied Sectors
| Crop | Production |
|---|---|
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Citrus Fruits (Particularly Kinnow) |
Production capacity is one million ton annually |
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Wheat |
26.4 Million tons (Esti.) 2022 data |
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Sugarcane |
8.14 Million Tons (Esti.) 2023 data |
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Rice |
9.3 Million Tons (Esti.) 2022 data |
Livestock & Dairy Industry
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Livestock & Dairy Industry |
1,959,808 estimated numbers of livestock and prominent dairy farms are Sadiq Dairy Farm, Muhammad Arshad Cheema Dairy Farm, Milk dairy & Cattle Farm etc |
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Fisheries & Horticulture |
The Forest Wildlife and Fisheries Department has fish hatcheries/nurseries in the district that focus on artificial breeding, hatching, and feeding of fish species. They provide fish seed to farmers in Punjab and other provinces, including AJK. Various species like Rahu, Singharee, Mori, Saul, and Grass carp. |
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Agricultural Land Use |
1,276, 887 (Acres) |
Industries Overview
Industry & Manufacturing
Rice Processing Plants, Kinnow Processing Plants, Food Processing like Nestle and Shezan Juice Factories and various engineering small units processing cotton, Suger, Flour and Oil Seeds
MSME (Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises) Sector Overview
Grain and oil seed milling, Electrical equipment, Plastic, Rock Salt and handicrafts etc
Large-scale Industries & Key Players
Cement & concrete production, Boiler tank manufacturing etc. Sargodha Chamber of Commerce & Industry (SCCI).
Trade & Commerce
- Major Markets & Trading Centers : – Model Bazar, Sarafa Bazar, Anarkali Bazar, Muslim Bazar, Katchahry Bazar, Amin bazar , Mall of Sargodha, Chen one Plaza, Al-Fateh Store, Imtiaz Super Store etc
- Major Exports : Kinnow, Rice, Cotton , Pink Salt, Handicrafts and wheat
- Major Commodities Traded: Wheat, Rice, Kinnow, Sugercane, Maize, Guavas and cotton etc.
Services Sector
- Banking & Financial Services: Branches of all registered Financial institutions/DFI/ agriculture financing and personal financing available in the district. Â
- Tourism & Hospitality Industry: Sher shah Suri Mosque, Sial Sharif Sufi Shrine, Kirana Hills and Hotel One, Prime Castle Luxury Hotel, Royal Orchid, Sargodha Gym Khana
- Education :
- Formal Public schools 1923
- Non-formal Basic education 350
- Non-formal education feeder schools 35
- Total schools 2308
- Total Colleges 12
Universities 02
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Healthcare Infrastructure
- DHQ Hospital 01
- THQ hospital 09
- RHCs  12
- BHUs 117
- Govt Rural Dispensaries 17
- MCH center 19
- Sub health center  34
- Total  2019
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Transport
- Road Networks: Motorways, national Highways, Primary Roads
- Railways: Bhalwal Railway Station, Bhera Railway Station, Sargodha Junction Railway Station, Shahpur city Railway station, Ludewala Railway Station
- Airports: Allama Iqbal International Airport Lahore, Faisalabad International Airport
Communication
- 80 Telephone exchanges 200 lines to 14215 lines capacity. Â All available network and internet services providers. In postal services Pakistan Post, TCS, LCS, Fastex etc
Power Supply & Renewable Energy Potential: Distribution company name is FESCO.
Investment and Growth Potential Areas
Key Investment Opportunities
- Agriculture & Agro-Processing: Citrus Processing Facility, Food Processing , Value addition in wheat, rice and sugarcane industry
- Industrial Development: Sargodha Industrial Park more suitable place for green and tax exempted venue in which SME’s, \furniture’s and cottage/handicrafts are feasible projects.
- Livestock and Dairy Sector: Opportunities exist in dairy farming, meat processing, and the establishment of mechanized slaughterhouses. The province’s initiatives, such as the creation of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) Free Zones and traceability projects, aim to enhance product quality and export potential.
- Urban Development and Real Estate: Shalimar Smart is pioneering project introduces the first-ever Smart Business District in Sargodha, featuring modern amenities like food courts, shopping bays, and business hubs. Designed by international urban planners, it offers a blend of residential and commercial investment opportunities, aiming to transform the city’s urban landscape.
- Investment Incentives: Government Supported initiatives like the Sargodha Industrial Park provide substantial incentives, including tax exemptions and infrastructure support, to attract investors. These measures aim to transform Sargodha into a mini economic and industrial zone, fostering economic growth and employment.
Development Projects
Ongoing & Planned Projects
| Ongoing Projects | Planned Projects |
|---|---|
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Safe City Sargodha |
New Cardiology Institute |
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Gulberg City |
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Shaheen Enclave |
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Naya Pakistan Manzilen Asan Program |
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