Lohanch

The Lohanch are a Jat clan in the Punjab province of Pakistan.

Histrory & Origin

According to tribal traditions, the Lohanch were settled in their present abode by two descendents of the famous Sufi, Bahwal Haq. Makhdum Lal Isa is said to have brought with him two brothers, the elder of whom was called Lohanch, and settled them in what was wasteland, in the Sindh Saggar Doab (the land between the Indus and Chenab rivers).[1] The descendants have remained confined in this small territory, which is now part of Layyah District.

Distribution & Villages

The Lohanch are almost confined to Layyah District. Their main villages are Nangi Lohanch Pukka, Nangi Lohanch Kucha, Lohanch Nasseb and Lohanch Thal Kalan, all in Layyah District.

References

  1. ^ A Glossary of the tribes & castes of Punjab by H A Rose