Sargodha City Area and Layout
This page covers the city itself: how large it is, how it is laid out, what the main roads and markets are, and what the weather is like through the year.
Last updated: October 2026
Quick answer
Sargodha city covers about 155 square kilometres and has 60 union councils. It is a planned city at an elevation of about 190 metres, with a density of about 6,300 people per square kilometre. Summers are very hot, with daily maximums above 40 degrees Celsius in June, and winters are mild.
Key facts
- City area
- about 155 sq km
- Union councils
- 60
- Elevation
- about 190 m
- Density
- about 6,300 per sq km
- Local government
- Metropolitan Corporation
- Planning body
- Sargodha Development Authority
Size and layout
The city covers about 155 square kilometres. This is only the urban area; the whole of Sargodha Tehsil is much bigger at 1,536 square kilometres, and the district bigger still at 5,854. Since 2019 the city has been governed by a Metropolitan Corporation, and new housing schemes and construction are approved by the Sargodha Development Authority, created in 2017.
Main roads and areas
- University Road: about 4 km, from 47 Pull to Khayyam Chowk, home to the University of Sargodha.
- Fatima Jinnah Road and City Road: about 6 km, with the General Bus Stand.
- Lahore Road, Faisalabad Road, Mianwali Road, Bhalwal Road and Sillanwali Road: the main routes in and out of the city.
- Queens Road: known for private schools.
- Mushaf Ali Mir Road and Stadium Road: the latter has the Food Street.
- Satellite Town (A-Block and B-Block): large residential area with hospitals, colleges and shops.
- Civil Lines and Katchery Road: the administrative and court area.
- Three flyovers: at Khayyam Chowk, on Fatima Jinnah Road and on Katchery Road.
The bazaars
Sargodha's markets are specialised. Sarafa Bazaar sells gold and jewellery; Urdu Bazaar books and stationery; Amin Bazaar fabric, boutiques and electrical goods; Rail Bazaar fabric; Karkhana Bazaar crockery and cutlery; Faisal Bazaar spices, oil, meat and poultry; and Model Bazaar groceries and garments. The Fruit Mandi and Sabzi Mandi handle wholesale produce.
Climate and weather by month
Sargodha has hot summers and moderate winters. Temperatures can reach about 50 degrees Celsius in summer and fall close to freezing on winter nights. The monsoon brings the most rain in July, and annual rainfall averages about 515 mm.
| Month | Average high (C) | Average low (C) | Rainfall (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 18.6 | 4.9 | 18.9 |
| March | 27.6 | 13.7 | 38.5 |
| May | 39.6 | 24.5 | 28.9 |
| June | 40.7 | 27.2 | 56.1 |
| July | 37.7 | 27.7 | 131.6 |
| September | 35.7 | 24.8 | 56.1 |
| November | 26.9 | 11.5 | 4.6 |
| December | 21.6 | 6.2 | 8.9 |
Hospitals and education in the city
Main hospitals include DHQ Teaching Hospital on Mianwali Road, Combined Military Hospital, PAF Hospital, Fauji Foundation Hospital and the University Medical and Research Centre. Education institutions include the University of Sargodha, Sargodha Medical College, PAF College, Army Public College and many private colleges and schools. Our Education Hub and tehsil pages list addresses and contact details.
Frequently asked questions
What is the area of Sargodha city?
About 155 square kilometres. The wider Sargodha Tehsil covers 1,536 sq km and the district 5,854 sq km.
How many union councils are in Sargodha city?
The city has 60 union councils.
How hot does Sargodha get?
Average daily highs reach about 40.7 degrees Celsius in June, and temperatures can climb to around 50 degrees at the peak of summer.
When does it rain in Sargodha?
Mostly in the monsoon. July is the wettest month at about 132 mm, and the year averages about 515 mm.
Who manages development in Sargodha?
The Sargodha Development Authority, created in 2017, approves new schemes and construction, while the Metropolitan Corporation handles local services.