Phaphril

Phaphril is a village of Murree Tehsil in the Murree District of Punjab, Pakistan. Abbasi tribe population is 99% living in phaphril

Phaphril
Village
Country	Pakistan
Province	Punjab
District	Murree
Tehsil	Murree
Government
• Nazim	Raja Amjad Mehmood Abbasi (2005-10)
• Chairman	Raja Razzaq Khan (1998)
• Counsilrs	Raja Auranzaib (2002) M. Fayyaz Qureshi (2005-10) Raees Abbasi (2005-10)
• Political & Social Person	Raja Karam Khan
Population
• Total	2,700

The Abbasi tribe has a rich history in Pakistan, and here are some key points ¹ ² ³ ⁴:

*Origin*: The Abbasi tribe claims descent from `Abbas ibn`Abd al-Muttalib, the uncle of the Holy Prophet Mohammad, and Al-'Abbas ibn 'Abd al-Muttalib.

*Location*: The tribe is mainly settled in Abbottabad District and Murree Hills, with significant populations in Tehsil Kahuta and District Rawalpindi of Punjab Province, as well as District Haripur and Mansehra of Hazara Division of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province.

*Sub-Tribes*: The Abbasi tribe is divided into four sections: the Chandal, Gaiyal, Ratnial, and Andwal clans.

*Language*: The tribe speaks various dialects, including Punjabi, Hindko, and Pahari-Pothwari.

*History*: The Abbasi tribe has a long history in the region, with records of their presence dating back to the 12th-13th centuries. They were known for their bravery and were involved in several wars, including the 1832 Poonch Rebellion and the 1857 rebellion against British colonial rule.

*Culture*: The tribe has a unique culture, with a strong emphasis on tradition and family values. They are known for their hospitality and are often involved in the tourism industry, with many members of the tribe working in hotels and restaurants.

*Economy*: The tribe's economy is largely based on agriculture, with many members engaged in farming and livestock rearing. They are also involved in the tourism industry, with many working in hotels and restaurants.

*Education*: The tribe places a strong emphasis on education, with many members pursuing higher education and professional careers.

*Notable Members*: The tribe has produced several notable members, including politicians, military officers, and business leaders.

Geography

It is located in the south-east of the Murree Tehsil and is bounded to the north by Jhika Gali, to the south by Angoori, Murree, to the west by Numbal and to the east by Murree Expressway - N75. The village is home to Sozo Adventure Park.

Demographics

It had a population of 2700.

Schools and education

The villages hosts three government schools and two private schools:

• Govt Higher Secondary School Phaphril
• Govt Girls Elementary School Phaphril
• Govt Boys Primary School Sohawa Phaphril
• Swan Valley Secondary School Phaphril
• Iqra Residential School & College Phaphril
• Mphaphuli High school

The majority of the inhabitants are Abbasi. Other tribes such as the Qureshi, Mughal, Awan and Rajput (Khakha) inhabit the area in smaller numbers.

Facilities

Basic services and facilities include:

• Basic Health Unit Phaphril
• Post Office Phaphril
• Women Skill Center (Dastkari)
• Dar Ul Hikmat Clinic (Mumtaz & Sons) Phaphril
• Taxi Hire
• Fruit Market & Grocery Stores, Bakery
• Jamia Mosque
• Cricket Ground

Mosques and madrasa

Phaphil has three mosques:

• Madrasa Kullia Tul Ghausia Lil Binat Phaphril
• Jamia Masjid Quba Ghausia Nooriya Phaphril
• Madni Masjid Sohawa Phaphril
• Anwar e Habib Masjid Pandi, lower Phaphril

Transport

• Suzuki Carry - jeeps are common from Sain and Gohra to Lower Topa and Taxis
• Buses and Toyota vans travel to Rawalpindi/Islamabad

References

Usama Abbasi