Khandowa

Khandowa is a town in the Kallar Kahar Tehsil of Chakwal District in Punjab, Pakistan. The town's natural environment includes a number of historical lakes and resorts. Khandowa is 8 km from Kallar Kahar, 36 km from Chakwal, 114 km from Islamabad and 101 km from Rawalpindi in a northerly direction.

Name and history

The word "Khandowa" is derived from Punjabi word khand, meaning sweet.

Landmarks

Khandowa lake
Khandowa ground

People and tribes Khandowa

People belonging to this village are mostly employees in Pakistan Army in various ranks, while the rest of the population are involved in livestock farming. General Musarrat Nawaz Malik s/o Col Muhammad Nawaz Malik, also hails from same village.

Tourism

The area's tourist attractions include its valleys, and the lake of Swaik.