Raharki

Rahirki
Raharki
Rahirki
Coordinates:
Country  Pakistan
Province Sindh
Elevation 63 m (207 ft)
Time zone PST (UTC+5)
Number of towns 1
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Raharki, also spelled Rahirki, is a village in the Sindh province of Pakistan. It is located along the N-5 National Highway, and lies about 5 kilometres (3.1 mi) away from the city of Daharki. The Mahi Wah river runs through the centre of the village.

It is a fast growing town with good literacy rate and improving infrastructure. Pooj Shree Raharki Saahib is well known throughout the world because the great saint Satram Das was born in this village. Thousands of pilgrims from all over the world come to see the Devri (Shrine) of the great saint. Devotes celebrate the birthday of Sacho Sain Satram Das Sahib with great zeal in October each year, and Sain Sadhram Sahib (the present gadi nasheen) currently leads the celebration.

Various Sindhu tribes such as Rid, Rahar, Rathore, Sameja, Kobhar Kumbhar, Khatri, Bhaya, Bhatti, Dhondhu also live in this village. Muslims and Hindus live together in peace and harmony. Engro Chemical Pakistan Ltd, which is one of the largest manufacturer of chemical fertilizer in Pakistan is situated within the jurisdiction of Union Council Raharki. Though Raharki is one of the fastest growing villages of Sindh province, the residents are deprived of basic health and civic facilities.

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Climate

The climate of Chak is hot and misty during summer days while cold and dry in winter. Generally the summer season commences in March - April and ends before October. Winter temperatures range from 7 to 22 °C (45 to 72 °F). Summer temperatures average 35 °C (95 °F), though it often shoots up to 45 °C (113 °F).

Economy

Most of the villagers earn their livelihood from agriculture. There is an increasing trend in the private shops and government jobs.

Education

Following are the educational institutions in village Raharki.

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