Kamoke (Urdu: کامونکی) is a city in the Gujranwala, Punjab, Pakistan. It ranks as the 30th largest city in Pakistan according to the 2017 census with a population of 249,767. Kamoke is known for its prominent rice market, being one of the largest in the sub-continent, and for its numerous mosques.
Kamoke
کامونکی
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City
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| Kamoke | |
Municipal Committee logo | |
| Nickname:
The City of Rice & The City of Mosques
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  Kamoke Location in Punjab, Pakistan Show map of Punjab, Pakistan Kamoke Kamoke (Pakistan) Show map of Pakistan | |
| Coordinates: 31°58′25″N 74°13′22″E / 31.97361°N 74.22278°E / 31.97361; 74.22278 | |
| Country | Pakistan |
| Province | Punjab |
| District | Gujranwala |
| Tehsil | Kamoke |
| Founded in | 1600-1700 (AD) |
| Government | |
| • Type | Municipal Committee |
| • Member of National Assembly (MNA) | Chaudhary Zulfiqar Bhindar[1] |
| • Member of Provincial Assembly (MPA) | Chaudhry Akhtar Ali Khan[2] |
| • Chief Officer (CO) | Miss Sofia Ashiq[3] |
| • President Markazi Anjuman Tajran Kamoke | Ch Ahtesham Mustafa Khokhar[4] |
| Area | |
| • City | 30.9 km2 (11.9 sq mi) |
| • Metro | 450 km2 (170 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 201 m (659 ft) |
| Population | |
| • City | 249,767 |
| • Rank | 30th, Pakistan |
| • Density | 8,100/km2 (21,000/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+5 (PST) |
| Postal Code |
52470
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| Area code | 055 |
| Website | MC Kamoke |
Located on the Grand Trunk Road, Kamoke is 21 km from Gujranwala and 44 km from Lahore, offering convenient access to both cities. The city is also well-connected by rail, situated on the main Lahore-Rawalpindi Railway Line.
Kamoke was historically settled during the reign of Mughal emperor Akbar and was officially declared a tehsil in 1992 by Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif. It is administratively governed by the Town Municipal Administration under the City District Government of Gujranwala, featuring Tehsil Civil Courts, its own police circle, and a tehsil headquarters hospital.
Kamoke stands out for its economic activities, particularly in the rice industry, where varieties like Basmati, Super Basmati, and Karnal are grown, processed, and exported globally. The city's modern infrastructure, vibrant economy, and cultural significance make it a notable urban center in Punjab.
Kamoke is committed to enhancing its infrastructure to meet the standards of modern cities. Key projects include:
Kamoke's economy is primarily driven by its rice market. However, the city is diversifying its economic base with initiatives such as:
Kamoke is investing in education and healthcare to improve the quality of life for its residents:
Sustainability is a key focus for Kamoke, with initiatives aimed at preserving the environment:
Kamoke values its rich cultural heritage and is working to promote social development:
For further details and updates, you can visit the [official website of MC Kamoke](http://mckamoke.lgpunjab.org.pk/).