Khori Alam

Geography

It lies between Jehlum River and Chenab River. It is about 25 kilometres (16 mi) from its Kharian, the administrative center of Kharian Tehsil, and 8 kilometres (5.0 mi) from a nearby city Dinga.

Its nearby villages are Noor Jaml, Rajo Bhand, Panjan Sher Shahana, Noon, Randheer, Fatah Bhand, Amra Khurd and Amra kalan.

The book "Shahan-e-Gujjar" that is kept in the library of London was written by Maulvi Abdul Malik, who was notable person of Khori Alam.

History

In 997 CE, Sultan Mahmud Ghaznavi, took over the Ghaznavid dynasty empire established by his father, Sultan Sebuktegin, In 1005 he conquered the Shahis in Kabul in 1005, and followed it by the conquests of Punjab region. The Delhi Sultanate and later Mughal Empire ruled the region. The Punjab region became predominantly Muslim due to missionary Sufi saints whose dargahs dot the landscape of Punjab region.

After the decline of the Mughal Empire, the Sikh invaded and occupied Gujrat District. The Muslims faced severe restrictions during the Sikh rule. During the period of British rule, Gujrat District increased in population and importance.

The predominantly Muslim population supported Muslim League and Pakistan Movement. After the independence of Pakistan in 1947, the minority Hindus and Sikhs migrated to India while the Muslims refugees from India settled down in the Mandi Bahauddin.

Culture

It is culturally very rich and it has its own traditions and values that are quite different from the other villages in the area.