About Bhimber
Bhimber, administratively declared as an independent district in 1996, was Bihmber
a sub division of district Mirpur. This district is very rich in Archaeology and
wildlife, whereas, its enchanting valleys present panoramic views to the visitors.
Bhimber town is located at a distance of 50 kilometers from Mirpur and 166 kilometers from Rawalpindi . This town is connected both with Mirpur & Gujrat through all weather black top roads. All the basic amenities of life are available in Bhimber.
Bhimber, administratively declared as an independent district in 1996, was a sub division of district Mirpur. This district is very rich in Archaeology and wildlife, whereas, its enchanting valleys present panoramic views to the visitors.
Image Bhimber, the district headquarter is an old historic town, discussed by Mughal Emperor, "Jahangeer" in his book "Tuzh-e-Jahangiri". It falls on the route that was followed by the Mughal Emperors for their frequent visits to the Kashmir Valley .
Bhimber town is located at a distance of 50 kilometers from Mirpur and 166 kilometers from Rawalpindi. This town is connected both with Mirpur & Gujrat through all weather black top roads. All the basic amenities of life are available in Bhimber.
Bhimber is the southernmost of the eight districts of Azad Kashmir (which is the part of Kashmir administered by Pakistan), the district is located between Latitude: 32-48 to 33-34 and Longitude: 73.55 to 74-45, and has an area of 1516km². The chief town is Bhimber
Bhimber city in background
History
The area is very rich in archaeological remains due to its strategic location, it lies on the route that was followed by the Mughal Emperors for their frequent visits to the Kashmir Valley.
Until 1995 Bhimber was a sub-division (tehsil) of Mirpur District, in 1996 the Tehsil of Bhimber was removed from Mirpur and made into a separate district.
Location
The district is bounded by Mirpur district to the northwest (and is 50km from Mirpur city), and Punjab province in the west and south. It also shares borders with Indian administered Kashmir to the east.
Administration
The total area of the district is 1516 square kilometres and is divided into three tehsils.
Barnala
Bhimber
Samahni
Demography
According to the 1998 census, the total population of the district stands at 297,000, while its population according to 1999 projections is approximately 303,000. latest figures show the population as 350,000, with an annual growth rate of 2.6% and household size of 6.7.
Notable Places
Jandi Chontra is a scenic spot located 17Km from Bhimber and 67Km from Mirpur. The area is known for its panoramic views. The Shrine of the Sufi Saint Baba Shadi Shaheed is also located here.
Local Organizations
Insan Dost Association
Pakistan Kashmir Educational & Welfare Organization
educational And Welfare Society Barsali
Young Welfare Society Ropari
Women Welfare Organization Sandohsa
Baghsar
Baghsar, 975 meters in elevation is an ideal tourist resort in the Samahni Valley. The Sar, local name for a lake is nearly half kilometer long sheet of crystal-clear water that soothes the senses of a visitor after traveling 64 kilometers journey from Gujrat via Bhimber.
On the top of hill is a famous Mughal fort overlooking the lake that adds grandeur to the whole area. This four-storied massive structure of granite is a feat of Mughal engineering that has stood the ravages of time. It has also played important roles in the history during the times of Ahmad Shah Abdali, Ranjeet Sing and Gulab Sing. It is said that Emperor Jahangir on his way back from Kashmir fell ill and ultimately expired in this Fort.
Snow Leopard, Hunting Leopard, Brown Bear, Black Bear, Iblex, Grey Goral, Musk Deer, Kashmir Stag, Himalyan, Monal, Pheasant, Western Tragopan, Snow Pheasant, Partridge, Peacock, Eagle, Dusk Markhor
mir Liberation Army on 24th October 1947 and a provisional government of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (Free Kashmir) was established. Subsequently, the Indian army moved in to occupy 2/3 of the state which has been under Indian occupation since. The remainder of the state still exists as Azad Jammu & Kashmir.
