An Area Guide to Bhara Kahu, Islamabad

Islamabad, besides being one of the most serene and safest places to live, encloses many areas in its neighborhood. One of these areas is Bhara Kahu; which is among the most populated areas of the Islamabad region. It is located northeast of Islamabad. Bhara Kahu is a very small city that falls under the jurisdiction of the Capital Development Authority (CDA) in Islamabad.

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Because it is one of the older cities in the country, it has a large population and commercial spaces. Graana.com, Pakistan’s smartest property portal, provides a complete guide on the area’s rental and sale trends. 

The city’s current name, Bhara Kahu, is derived from “Bharakao”. The area has an ideal location with beautiful scenic views, just a short drive from the main Bhara Kahu chowk. Bhara Kahu gives you the option of buying or renting a property, which makes it a popular area and attracts a lot of buyers and tenants. It provides all kinds of amenities and facilities to its residents.

The well-constructed roads make it easy to commute from one area to another. In terms of access, the city is not far away from the main city. Considering the normal traffic, it is only 15.7 km from Faizabad, the main bus station in the twin cities.

Graana.com, Pakistan’s Smartest Property Portal, offers a complete guide on the area’s rental and sale trends for properties in Bharati Kahu, Islamabad.

 

An Overview of Barah Kahu

 

AspectInformation
LocationBarakahu is situated in the eastern suburbs of Islamabad, Pakistan.
PopulationIn 2018, the population of Barakahu was reported to be over 119,034, with a diverse cultural makeup.
EconomyBarakahu generates approximately six to eight tons of solid waste daily, and CDA has made efforts to clean it.
EducationEducational institutions in Barakahu include Dar e Arqam School and The Educators Bhara Kahu Campus.
TransportationThe Green Line Metro Bus Service operates in Barakahu, connecting it with key locations in Islamabad.

 

 

Houses in Bhara Kahu

Bhara Kahu has developed significantly in the last few years. Like some of the other areas in Islamabad, it is considered one of the most affordable residential areas of the capital. Kot Hattial is one of the famous areas to reside in as it offers a wide range of modernly designed houses at affordable prices. 

Bhara Kahu gives you options for buying and renting houses, flats for sale, flats for rent, and plots for sale at very affordable prices. However, the price of the property varies with the area size and amenities available. The standard size of the houses for sale in Bhara Kahu Islamabad includes 5 Marla, 8 Marla, 10 Marla, and 1 Kanal.

 

Price Trends in Bhara Kahu

The prices in the locality have increased by over 1.68% per sq. ft over the last 7 years. Variety of flats for rent in bhara Kahu are available as it caters to people belonging to different classes. It attracts buyers and tenants from all over the city. It has multiple luxury Houses with lawns, single and double-story houses, guest houses, and apartments.  

The price range for houses for sale and house for rent in Bhara Kahu , Flats for sale in bhara kahu varies with size, location, view, floor, and condition. The Residential property prices close to the main commercial area are comparatively low as compared to the main residential area.

 

Houses Price Trends

 

Size of House Price Trends (Sale)Price Trends (Rent)
5 MarlasRs 80 lac to 1.5 crore Rs 20,000 to 35,000
8 MarlasRs 1 crore to 2 crore Rs 35,000 to 50,000
10 MarlasRs 2 crore to 2.5 croreRs 50,000 to 70,000
1 KanalRs 2.5 crore to 3 crores Rs 70,000 to 1 lacs 

 

Apartments Price Trends

 

Size of ApartmentPrice Trends (Sale)Price Trends (Rental)
3  BedRs 50 lacs to 60 lacs Rs 25,000 to 35,000
2 BedRs 40 lacs to 50 lacs Rs 20,000 to 30,000

Plots for Sale Price Trends

 

Size of PlotPrice Trends 
5 MarlaRs  20 lacs to 35 lac
8 MarlaRs  35 lacs to 50 lacs 
10 Marla Rs 50 lacs to 70 lacs 
1 KanalRs 75 lacs to 1 crore 

 

Amenities in Bhara Kahu

 

 road route to bhara kahu

 

Residents of Bhara Kahu have access to all essential facilities and amenities to live a convenient life. While living in Bhara Kahu  you will see educational institutions and healthcare centers, grocery stores, vegetable shops, mosques, salons, fitness centers, etc. 

To meet the everyday monetary and bank requirements, there are several bank branches in the locality. The residents have access to several brands and shopping centers in the area. These basic facilities and amenities make it a better place to live. Bhara Kahu is 14.7 km away from Zero Point, Islamabad, and 44.8 km away from the New International Airport, Islamabad

Bhara Kahu is in proximity to major attractions in the city. Popular public places such as the lake view park, Sharada, Kot Hathial, Phulgran, and Sanjalian are a few minutes’ drives away from the area. Vans, Mini Buses, and other online Cab services such as Careem, Uber, and InDriver make it easy for residents to conveniently commute within the city.

 

Emergency Contacts

Here are some important contacts from the area directory that you can note down in case of sudden or unexpected incidents that may occur.

 

List of Emergency PlacesContact Number
Police(051) 2230029
IESCO(051) 9260364
SNGPL(051) 9257710
CDA water supply0312 2727567
Ambulance0301 6249000 / 0319 5532121
Fire Brigade(051) 9253016
Traffic Police(051) 92619923
CDA(051) 9253016

 

Restaurants in Barah Kahu

 

McDonald's Bhara kahu

 

Bhara Kahu offers a wide range of dining options. It offers options ranging from fast food to desi food. Similarly, there are several bakeries to cater to the residents of Bhara Kahu. We have listed down some popular restaurants and bakeries to save your time.

 

Restaurant /Bakery Cuisine 
Hidden Terrace Continental 
Grill 2 NightWestern
Rancho’sWestern
Kitchen MHome Made
Fish PointSea Food
Rasoi Restaurant and BBQTraditional
UJ’sPizza LoungeWestern
Umania Restaurant & Marriage HallContinental 
Serai BistroTraditional
Baoo Jee Murgh Pulao & Family RestaurantTraditional
Lets Eat BiryaniTraditional 
La’Besta PizzaWestern
Crust HouseTraditional 
Chick and cheesyWestern 
Chaman Biryani Center Simly Dam RoadTraditional
Umania RestaurantTraditional
Chacha restaurantTraditional
RK PizzaWestern
New Shanwari RestaurantTraditional 
Mcdonald’sWestern

 

Medical Facilities

Bhara Kahu hosts a number of private clinics and hospitals inside and outside of the area with major medical and healthcare facilities. These hospitals provide 24-hour emergency response to care for sudden emergencies. Multiple medical centers are located in the area. Here is the list of medical care Facilities available within Bhara Kahu,

 

  • ANTH(Akbar Niazi Teaching Hospital)
  • Farooq Home Medical Care, And General Physician Hospital
  • Sara Hospital
  • Al Qasim Medical Complex Hospital
  • Pak Hospital 
  • Abbassi Allied Hospital 
  • Sunny Trust – Addiction Treatment and Rehabilitation Center in Islamabad Pakistan
  • QAU Medical Center 
  • Bashir Medical Center 
  • Haroon Medical and Cardiac Center 
  • Luqman Hospital 
  • Capital Pet Clinic 
  • Dr. Zakeem Hospital 
  • Shifa Medical Center and Maternity Home
  • Islamabad Dental Hospital 

 

Educational Institutions

Bhara Kahu is conveniently located close to educational institutions. While the area itself does not host any universities, it has several well-known schools and colleges in the vicinity including the Quaid-e-Azam University. We have mentioned a list of educational institutions that are easily accessible by the residents,

 

NameLevelInstitution type 
The Educators School Co-Ed
FIES Group of CollegesCollegeBoys
Aspire Group Of Colleges CollegeCo-Ed
Islamabad college of EducationCollegeGirls
Focus School SystemSchoolCo-Ed
The Smart School – A Project Of The City SchoolSchoolCo-Ed
PI Technical Institute & Driving SchoolDriving SchoolSeparate for boys and Girls
Ghazali College for WomenCollegeGirls
Dar-e-Arqam SchoolsSchoolSeparate for boys and Girls
Islamabad college of Science and CommerceCollegeGirls
Quaid-e-Azam University University Co-Ed
Pakistan Institute of Development Economics – PIDEUniversity Co-Ed
Islamabad Medical & Dental CollegeUniversity Co-Ed

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