Umerkot, Regional capital in Sindh Province, Pakistan
Umerkot stands as a desert city at 17 meters elevation, containing ancient fortifications and several educational institutions within its boundaries.
Emperor Akbar, born in Umerkot Fort in 1542, came into the world while his father Humayun received protection from local ruler Rana Parshad.
The city holds both Hindu temples and Islamic structures, with Dhatki, Sindhi, and Urdu languages representing the linguistic diversity of its population.
The municipal administration oversees more than 100 schools, 20 colleges, and multiple healthcare facilities serving the population of 144,558 residents.
Umerkot District maintains a Hindu majority population at 54.66%, making it the sole district in Pakistan with this religious demographic characteristic.
Location: Umerkot District
Elevation above the sea: 17 m
GPS coordinates: 25.36553,69.74013
Latest update: May 28, 2025 18:23
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