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Musakhel, Punjab

Musakhel () is a village and union council of Mianwali District in the Punjab province of Pakistan. It is part of Mianwali Tehsil.

Demographics

The majority of the population belongs to Pashtun Niazi tribe. Musakhel is also the name of a Pashtun tribe of Ghilzai origin. The numerous niazi tribes[³] include Yari Khel, Khalas Khel, Maddi Khel, Baggay Khel, Sher Khel, Rami Khel, Khanjri Khel, Luqi Khel, Baahi, Dalili Khel, and Dhedi. Balochs are also present.

Culture

Musakhel is known for the historic shrine of Noori Naang Sultan Sahib. Other shrines include Sheikh Torr sahib, Sir-kapp sahib, Syed Inayat Shah, Gull Baig Sahib, and Mehmood Ghazi.

Geography

Musakhel borders with Namal village, Chidru, Abbakhel and Midadkhel

References

³.Tareekh -E- Mianwali Author: Dr. Liaqat Ali Khan Niazi Subject: History ISBN: 9693514602 Year: 2015 Language: Urdu Number of Pages: 361