Khaigala
کھائیگلا | |
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Town | |
 Skyline of Khaigala | |
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| Country | Pakistan |
| Territory | Azad Kashmir |
Khaigala (also spelled Khai Gala) is a town in Rawalakot Tehsil, Poonch District, Azad Kashmir, Pakistan. It lies near Rawalakot city and is surrounded by villages such as Barmang and Ali Sojal.[1][2]
Geography and Demographics
Khaigala is situated in the Pir Panjal Range, at an elevation of about 1,600 m.
Role in 1947 Poonch Rebellion
Khaigala was a significant conflict site during the 1947 Poonch rebellion, which led to the creation of Azad Jammu and Kashmir. According to Sardar Ibrahim Khan, the first President of Azad Kashmir, the first armed conflict with the Dogra forces occurred at the town of Khaigala.[3][4][5]
Education and Institutions
Khaigala is home to several schools and colleges.
Notable people
- Sardar Muhammad Yaqoob Khan – former President of Azad Jammu and Kashmir.[6]
References
- "Map of Khai Gala".
- "Weather of Khai Gala".
- Khan, Sardar Muhammad Ibrahim (1965). The Kashmir Saga. p. 107 (55 of PDF).
During the month of August, 1947, the first conflict that took place with the Dogra Army was in a place named Khaigala, round about Rawalakot area of Tehsil Sudhanoti of Poonch.
- Suharwardy, Abdul Haq (1983). Tragedy in Kashmir. Wajidalis.
- Sainik Samachar. Director of Public Relations, Ministry of Defence. 1986.
- "Sardar Muhammad Yaqoob Khan." Official Website of AJK Government.