Gaharwal

The Gaharwal or somtimes pronounced Kahrwal are a Rajput clan, found in Punjab, Pakistan. According to the 1931 Census of India, they numbered approximately 1,600.

Locality

The Kahrwal are found in the Kahuta Tehsil of the Rawalpindi District.

There are no families of much importance, but those of Dulal and Mator are probably the best known. The Zaildar of Kahuta belongs to the Dula sept. There other main settlements are the villaages of Pind-Bansoo and Blong in Rawalpindi District.

History & Origin

The Kahrwal is a branch of the Janjuas Rajputs of the Potohar region.

They claim descent from Pir Kala, a son of Raja Mai, who married Kaho Rani when he came to the Kahuta hills, and named the ilaqua Kahru after her. Hence the descendants are called Kahrwal. The Diilal is a sub-division of the tribe. This branch should not be confused with the Dolal Qureshis of Gujar Khan Tehsil. Neither should the tribe be confused with the Grewal Jats, who are entirely distinct.

See Also

• Janjua