Gakhar

Gakhar is a term that can refer to several distinct entities, primarily a prominent tribe in Pakistan and a historical city in the same region.

In the context of Pakistan, the Gakhar tribe is a Rajput clan with a significant historical presence in the Potohar region, particularly in the Punjab province. They have a long and storied past, often associated with military leadership and land ownership. The tribe's origins are frequently traced back to ancient Rajput lineage, and they played a notable role during various periods of Indian history, including the Mughal and British eras. Their influence extended to political and social structures in their domain.

Historically, a city known as Gakhar, or more accurately, Rawat-Gakhar, was a significant settlement. This location, near modern-day Rawalpindi, was a stronghold of the Gakhar rulers. The ruins and historical remnants in the area attest to its former importance as a center of power. The Gakhar rulers were known for their fortifications and their strategic control over trade routes in the region. The name Gakhar is thus intrinsically linked to both the people and the territory they historically inhabited and governed.