Dhool Khurd Explained

Dhool Khurd (دھول خورد)/du:l hɔ:rd/
Settlement Type:Village
Pushpin Map Caption:Location in Pakistan
Subdivision Type:Country
Subdivision Name:Pakistan
Subdivision Type1:Province
Subdivision Name1:Punjab
Subdivision Type2:Division
Subdivision Name2:Gujranwala
Subdivision Type3:District
Subdivision Name3:Gujrat District
Subdivision Type4:Tehsil
Subdivision Name4:Gujrat
Leader Name:Ch Asif Dhool
Timezone:PST
Utc Offset:+5

Dhool Khurd (دھول خورد) /du:l hɔ:rd/ is a village located in the Gujrat District of Punjab, Pakistan, situated approximately 6 km northeast of Gujrat city. Positioned along the Dinga-Gujrat road, it lies near the Bhimber creek, with the Lahore-Islamabad G.T road just 1 km away. The nomenclature of the village is derived from the Dhool clan of Jats, who coexist with various other clans, namely Jat Aaran, Jat Khokhar, Jat Virk, Jat Gondal, and a substantial number of non-agriculturalists.

Dhool Khurd is an integral part of the Aadowal union council and boasts a robust political history. Many individuals from this village have established themselves abroad, residing in countries like Saudi Arabia, UAE, UK, Europe, Canada, and Australia. They are engaged in diverse fields, including trade, construction, transport, real estate, and engineering. Notably, the village holds the distinction of having the highest count of employees working for WAPDA (Water and Power Development Authority).

The literacy rate in Dhool Khurd surpasses that of neighboring villages, and the population comprises around 4000 people distributed among over 300 families.

Neighbouring villages

Schools

Government Boys Primary School Dhool Khurd

Government Girls Primary School Dhool Khurd

Government Girls High School Dhool Khurd