Chelhar

Chelhar is a settlement in the Tharparkar district of Sindh province of southeastern Pakistan.

Geography
It is located 30 km east north of Mithi and 60 km south from Umerkot. It is west of Chachro.

Administration
Murlidhar mandir is located in the central area of the city, near the ૐ chowk.

History
Its name derives from the Chela Charan, who was the owner of a well. Chelhar is famous for Ranasar. Bhujia & Batia (perha) are the great specialties of this city.

Culture
An annual fair of Dada Rampir is held, usually in September.

Chelhar's population is about 20,000. The majority of its people are from the Menghwar community, though the population comprises many castes, including the Maheshwari, Maharaj, Bheel, Suthar, Goswami, Bajeer, and Kumbhar. Hindus comprise the majority of Chelhar's population. Maheshwari community is main business holder of the town.