ستگهره
Town and union council
Map
Interactive map of ستگهره
Country Pakistan
RegionPunjab
DistrictOkara District
Time zoneUTC+5 (PST)

Satghara (Urdu: ستگهره) is a town and union council of Okara District in the Punjab province of Pakistan.[1] It is located at 30°55'0N 73°31'0E at an altitude of 164 metres (541 feet).[2] It is the location of the tomb of Baloch folk hero Mir Chakar Rind. Many of his descendants and sub-tribes of Baloch descent predominate in the district.[citation needed]

Mounds of brick debris at Satghara mark the site of a forgotten town, the coins found at Satghara prove that it was inhabited during the Kushan dynasty.[3]

Etymology

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The name of this town "Satghara" is commonly believed to drive its name from words (Saat or Seven) (Ghara or pitchers) or (ghars or homes). Another sound historical folklore is narrated that some injured soldiers of Alexander the Great (belonging to ancient town of Stageira of Macedonia) resided their and they named this ancient town as Stageira now corrupted as Satghara.[citation needed]

Geography

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It is located at 30°55'0N 73°31'0E with an altitude of 164 metres (541 feet). [4]

Demographics

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Satghara is a harmonious town where diverse cultures converge seamlessly. The community comprises native groups such as Arain, Jatt, Rajput, Syeds, Dogars, Gujjars, Rehmani, Mughal, Ansari, and other castes.Many of Mir Chakar e Azam's descendants as well as sub tribes of Baloch descent predominate in the district. This inclusive mix of people from various backgrounds fosters a cohesive and welcoming atmosphere throughout the town.

Culture

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In the heart of this cultural diversity, Satghara is adorned with shrines dedicated to Muslim scholars. These sacred places not only serve as spiritual centers but also create an ambiance where different religious and cultural expressions peacefully coexist, enriching the fabric of community life.

In essence, Satghara is a unique tapestry of communities and skilled castes, embodying unity, cultural richness, and a shared heritage. The town's history is not confined to its streets but unfolds as a living narrative, woven intricately by the diverse threads of its inhabitants.[citation needed]

Nearby Villages to Satghara, Okara District, Punjab, Pakistan

Satghara is a historic town and union council in Okara District, located at coordinates 30°55'0"N 73°31'0"E, near the Ravi River. It is known for the tomb of Hazrat Ghous Muhammad Bala Pir, a revered Sufi saint. Based on mapping and geographic data, here are some of the closest nearby villages (primarily agricultural settlements often referred to as "Chak" numbers in the region's canal colony system), within approximately 10 km:

*Chak 14 GD Tehsildar

A village about 4 km northwest of Satghara.

A small village roughly 5 km south.

Located around 5 km north.

Approximately 4 Km .

A village and union council about 3 km southwest (also considered a small town).
A village about 10 km northeast, in a fertile area near the Lower Bari Doab Canal.

Nearby Towns And Villages

For broader context, these larger settlements are also in close proximity:

A town and tehsil headquarters, about 9 km southeast.

The district capital, approximately 17 km south.

These villages are part of the densely populated rural landscape of Okara District, with many focused on agriculture along the Ravi River and canal systems.

References

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  1. ^ Tehsils & Unions in the District of Okara - Government of Pakistan Archived 2012-02-09 at the Wayback Machine
  2. ^ Location of Satghara - Falling Rain Genomics
  3. ^ "Montgomery District - Imperial Gazetteer of India, v. 17, p. 411". Archived from the original on 14 October 2022. Retrieved 20 February 2021.
  4. ^ Location of Satghara - Falling Rain Genomics

30°55′N 73°31′E / 30.917°N 73.517°E / 30.917; 73.517