Nari is a village and Union Council located in Mardan District of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa province, Pakistan. It forms part of the administrative subdivision of Mardan Tehsil.
Geography
- Situated in the north‑western region of the district, Nari lies at approximately 34°13′N latitude and 71°58′E longitude.
- The area is characterized by the typical topography of the Peshawar Valley, with flat agricultural land and a modest elevation above sea level.
Administrative status
- Nari is designated as a Union Council, which is the smallest rural administrative unit in Pakistan, responsible for local governance, development planning, and basic public services.
Demographics
- According to the 2017 Pakistan Census, the broader Mardan District had a population of about 2.37 million; specific census figures for Nari Union Council are not separately published in widely available sources.
- The predominant ethnic group in the area is Pashtun, and the principal language spoken is Pashto.
Economy and infrastructure
- The local economy is primarily agricultural, with cultivation of wheat, maize, sugarcane, and various vegetables.
- Basic infrastructure includes primary schools, a health sub‑centre, and road links connecting Nari to the district capital, Mardan city, and surrounding villages.
Cultural and social aspects
- Nari, like many villages in the region, observes traditional Pashtun cultural practices and Islamic religious observances.
- Community events often revolve around agricultural cycles, religious festivals, and local gatherings.
References
- Government of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, District Administration of Mardan – list of Union Councils.
- Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, “Population and Housing Census 2017” (district‑level data).
Note: Detailed, up‑to‑date statistics for Nari specifically are limited in publicly accessible encyclopedic sources; the above information reflects the generally documented characteristics of villages and Union Councils within Mardan District.
