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Dagai is one of the largest villages in district Swabi. According to the [[census]] of 1998 (Pakistan), its population was over 16000.{{Citation needed|date=July 2010}} It lies in the most southern part of [[Swabi]], with [[Dandoka]] to its north, [[Tarakai]] to its west, [[Maneri]] to its east and [[Urmal Dheri]] to its south. People of [[Dagai]] mostly belong to the [[Yousafzai tribe]] of [[Pukhtoons]]. Major streets of the village include [[Hamza Khel]], [[Juna Khel]], [[Alladad Khel]], [[Sultan Khel]] and [[Zaanki Khel]]. According to a report of [[UNESCO]] Dagai was the village with maximum enrollment of students on each standard (Primary, Middle, High, Higher Secondary and even on Degree Level). Almost 90% of its population is literate, due to which it has been seen as a model village in the areas of emerging education ratio. |
Dagai is one of the largest villages in district Swabi. According to the [[census]] of 1998 (Pakistan), its population was over 16000.{{Citation needed|date=July 2010}} It lies in the most southern part of [[Swabi]], with [[Dandoka]] to its north, [[Tarakai]] to its west, [[Maneri]] to its east and [[Urmal Dheri]] to its south. People of [[Dagai]] mostly belong to the [[Yousafzai tribe]] of [[Pukhtoons]]. Major streets of the village include [[Hamza Khel]], [[Juna Khel]], [[Alladad Khel]], [[Sultan Khel]] and [[Zaanki Khel]]. According to a report of [[UNESCO]] Dagai was the village with maximum enrollment of students on each standard (Primary, Middle, High, Higher Secondary and even on Degree Level). Almost 90% of its population is literate, due to which it has been seen as a model village in the areas of emerging education ratio. |
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===Maneri=== |
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Maneri is the second largest village of District Swabi with respect to area and population. The population of Maneri is similar to that of Yarhussain but some controversies are there regarding the specific number of peoples and other developmental terms and infrostructure. The village covers an area consisting of two grand union council, each having its own separate infrostructure and governing bodies. The village has been land locked on four sides having, UC Swabi to its east, Dagi to its west, Panjpir to its south and Salim Khan to its north. The village is divided naturally into the sub portions of Maneri Bala and Maneri payan which or further subdivided into small outskirts including gohati, mansoori, shumlo, muradabad, peertababad, gharibabad etc. all of which are either a part of Maneri Mala or Maneri Payan. The village, due to its devolopmntal status has emerged as one of the most modern areas of District Swabi. The village has a number of big markets, show rooms, hospitals, schools and colleges. Education is one of the most emerging factors of the area. According to a recent survey, it has been suggested that Maneri ranks at third position with respect to education ratio overall District Swabi (the other two being Dagi at first position and Turlandi on 2nd position). |
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Agriculture is the main occupation of the peoples living here and the area to have a large portion of proper land for this purpose. All types of crops adopted to the reigonal climate are grown here. |
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Swabi District | |
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 Location of Swabi District (highlighted in yellow) within the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. | |
| Country |  Pakistan |
| Province | Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
| Capital | Swabi |
| Area | |
| • Total | 1,543 km2 (596 sq mi) |
| Population (1998) | |
| • Total | 1,026,804 |
| • Density | 665/km2 (1,720/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
| Number of Tehsils | 3 |
Swabi District (Pashto: صوابی,Urdu: صوابی) is a settlement that lies between the Indus River and Kabul River, in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province of Pakistan. Its residents are referred to as 'Swabva'l'; it is the fourth most populous district of the province. The Mandanr Yusufzai subsection of the Yousafzai clan of the Pukhtoons form a majority of the district's population.
Overview
Tobacco is a cash crop of Swabi; this crop was brought to the area by a Azim Khan about 60 years ago, along with vegetables, wheat, sugar cane and maize. Its climate is well suited for citrus in particular, but many other fruits like watermelon, peaches and apricots are also grown there. It also has one of the most prestigious institutions of Pakistan, the Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute of Engineering Sciences and Technology located in village Topi. A six lane motorway connecting Islamabad with Peshawar passes through Swabi District with an access interchange at Village Ambaar.
Archaeological sites
Swabi contains many important archaeological sites, as it was part of the Gandhara civilization. Alexander the Great crossed the river Indus, where the village of Hund now lies on its right bank. Hund is a major[opinion] archaeological site and been the capital of the Hindu and Turk Shahi for nearly three hundred years.[1]
Rani Ghat
Rani Ghat is the famous historical palace on the top of mountain used by the Queen of that era. Famous for buying the fresh air coming from Swabi side, she is said[by whom?] to have paid the villagers to keep the air clean — they were not allowed to pollute it by blowing the crops in the air for cleaning purpose.[citation needed] The ruins are still a famous place for visitors.[citation needed] As a part of the origin of Buddhist Gandhara civilization, it has also attracted re-construction funds from Japanese research institutes. With the help of Japanese funds, the local NGO Shewa Educated Social Workers Association built a walkway to the historical sites and fences to protect the area. It also built a mountain resthouse on the Baga Mountain, a popular[opinion] tourist site.[citation needed] This area has attracted many tourists including Japanese, who come here to study ancient Buddhism.cn}}
Aurel Stein recorded in his survey of the Mahaban range "it remains for me to explain the opinion to which I have been led as regards the character and identity of this remarkable site. The nature of the ruins described and the remains they have furnished, makes it clear beyond all doubt; that they mark the position of a Buddhist sanctuary possessed of shrines and monastic establishments[2]
Tourism
Swabi is famous for Yusuf Khan and Sherbano, a Pashtun love story. Visitors come to the village of Shera Ghund and climb the mountain located in the town of Kalu Khan at the Mountain Karamar to visit the tomb of Yusaf Khan. Gadoon Amazai is one of the most popular[opinion] places for tourists, especially the village of Mangal Chai.
Kund Park, which lies on the banks of the rivers Indus and Kabal, is located in town of Tordher. Tordher is, after Swabi, the second leading trading city in the district. It has a population of nearly 50,000 people; there are 18 primary schools and three high schools. Another tourist area is Ghazi-Bharota Dam, which is near Topi and Tarbela Dam. Mahaban Hill in Gadoon has a scenic beauty, like Swat and other hilly areas. Pir Galai resort is here, 6,000 feet (1,800 m) above sea level.
Afghan refugee camps
Two Afghan Refugees camps were established more than 20 years ago when the Soviet Union invaded Afghanistan and five million Afghanis fled to Pakistan for shelter. One camp was the Bharakay Camp and the second was the Fazal Camp. Bharakay is the biggest camp in the country; most of the refugees who spoke the same language had little trouble settling down.[citation needed]
Games and sports
Two types of games are played in Swabi. Local and ancient games include Maily, Makha, Kabaddi, Cock Fighting, Dog Fighting, Horse Racing, Akor, Gulu Dandai, Bilorai and Pat Patonay, koda etc.
The popular modern games being played are cricket and football and volleyball. A famous player in cricket, Ibrahim Shah, belongs to Village Kunda and Abdul Qadir Former Test Cricketer belongs to village Marghuz. In football, Maneri is the defending champion of the all-district swabi football championship. Swabi is considered to be one of the best volleyball nurseries in the country. Many national team players have come from this district, such as former National Volleyball Team Captain Raheem, who belongs to village Zaida.
Makha, a type of archery, is the traditional game of Swabi, in which different villages take part. In this game a long bow and an arrow made from bamboo stick are used. Instead of an arrowhead, the arrow has a saucer shaped end called a tubray. The two villages Mangal Chai and Channi of the Gadoon have a famous Makha rivalry.
Kabbadi is another famous sport of the area.
Koda is one of the games which is played through small round shaoe stones, and was one of the hot favorite games of swabiwal in ancient times that is still it is played in Maneri Bala and Payan. Traditional music played during tournaments.
People of Swabi have a great love for sports. With addition to local sports, Swabi people also made their name on National and International basis. The local sports represent the culture of Swabi, However, cricket, volleyball, and football are the national games which are played in Swabi.
Streams and rivers
Swabi is home of dozens of streams and two rivers, the Indus and the Kabul. Both the rivers meet at a place called Kund, a major tourist attraction. The Indus river with its blue colour and the Kabul river's muddy brown waters go side by side without blending. In addition, there are several small streams in different locations of Swabi. A unique stream is in village Maini; the water of the stream comes out in the center of the village.
Villages
The Swabi District consists of many villages.
Jalsai
Jalsai is a village in Swabi which means "Jail house" in British empire time it was called as "Jail A" but now a days the now converted into jalsai. On the west of Jalsai there is village name chota lahor , in east jalbai, in south manki and north jasali mera.
Jalsai has a population of about 20,000 people and a 85% literacy rate, containing about 20 primary schools, one high school, and one middle school.
Yarhussain
Yarhussain, according to the census of 1998, is the most populated village of District Swabi. It is also the largest village with respect to area. The village consists of two Union Councils with a population of more than 70,000 (estimated). It has Dagi to its east, Adeena to its north, Dobiaan to its west and Yaqubi to its south west, and Sudher to its South. The village has Degree college for both boys and girls. Similarly two separate secondary level school for boys and two separate secondary level school for girls. Basic facilities like hospitals, banks, and post offices are also available in the area. Nationalism is one of the most influential factors of the peoples in this village. Most of the people's profession is agriculture. Tobacco and sugar cane are the most cultivated crops of the area. Education has made great progress in the village in the last 10 years and that is why schools have increased both in Public and Private sectors. In sports, Volley Ball is the dominant game played here. Elders of the area enjoy playing cards in their local gathering Houses called "Hujra". Children plays a special type of game with small balls made of Glass which is a local game of the area. Nowadays the popular game of the area is cricket.
Dagai
Dagai is one of the largest villages in district Swabi. According to the census of 1998 (Pakistan), its population was over 16000.[citation needed] It lies in the most southern part of Swabi, with Dandoka to its north, Tarakai to its west, Maneri to its east and Urmal Dheri to its south. People of Dagai mostly belong to the Yousafzai tribe of Pukhtoons. Major streets of the village include Hamza Khel, Juna Khel, Alladad Khel, Sultan Khel and Zaanki Khel. According to a report of UNESCO Dagai was the village with maximum enrollment of students on each standard (Primary, Middle, High, Higher Secondary and even on Degree Level). Almost 90% of its population is literate, due to which it has been seen as a model village in the areas of emerging education ratio.
References
- ^ "Archaeological Sites Being Neglected – The Dawn, Pakistan".
- ^ Report of archaeological survey work in the Khyber Pakhtunkhwa By Sir Aurel Stein Page 38
(3) http://www.unhcr.org/45adf4122.pdf