Barakahu is a human settlement located in Islamabad, Pakistan. It is situated between the provinces of Punjab and Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. This locality falls within the administrative purview of UC Kot Hathial (Shamal) and falls under the umbrella of the Islamabad Capital Territory (ICT).^[1][2][3]

It consists of 23 union councils, comprising 133 villages, while the urban has 27 union councils.^[1]

Demographics

As per a 2018 report from the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics, Barakahu accommodates a population exceeding 119,034 individuals. This region boasts a diverse cultural tapestry, with a significant presence of residents hailing from various regions including Murree, Kashmir, Chitral, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Sindh, Balochistan, and Hazara. The area also encompasses a range of minority communities residing within its boundaries.^[3]

Economy

On a daily basis, Barakahu generates a considerable amount of solid waste, estimated to range between six and eight tons. In the year 2020, the Capital Development Authority (CDA) made an effort to address this waste issue by initiating street cleaning endeavors. However, it appears that these efforts did not yield a sustainable solution to the problem.^[2]

Education

Barakahu is home to a number of educational institutions within its vicinity, among which are notable schools such as Dar e Arqam School and The Educators Bhara Kahu Campus.

Transportation

The forthcoming Green Line Metro Bus Service is poised to commence its operations in Barakahu. This bus service is set to run between the Bara Kahu and Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences Metro Bus Station terminals. Along its route between these endpoints, the Green Line Bus is scheduled to traverse through key locations including Malpur, Lake View Park, Dhokri Chowk, Sports Complex/Aabpara, and Zero Point Interchange.^[4]

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