Dhodial

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Dhodial (also known as Dhudial) is a town and Union Council located between Baffa and Shinkiari in Mansehra District in the North-West Frontier Province of Pakistan[1]. The town was badly affected by the 2005 Pakistan earthquake.

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[edit] Location

Dhodial is located to the north of the city of Mansehra - it has an altitude of 995 metres (3267 feet) and is situated at Coordinates: 34°26′N, 73°16′E[2]. The river Siren flows alongside the town and a marvellous view of the River can be seen from the town. Near to University Rehmanabad village is situated. Where carpenters, farmers & other technical staff lives. The land Of Dhodial is very fertile regarding vegetables And tobacco.

[edit] Education

The University of Hazara is situated in Dhodial and provides education to students throughout Mansehra District and the Hazara Region.

[edit] Politics

The dominant political group are the Pakistan Muslim League (N) - which is lead by Nawaz Sharif. The Swati Tribe who are in the Majority are also politically strong and influential.

[edit] References

  1. ^ Tehsils & Unions in the District of Mansehra - Government of Pakistan
  2. ^ Falling Rain Genomics, Inc - Location of Dhodial
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