SHEWA

Welcome to Shewa

Village Shewa is situated three kilometer north of the Mardan-Swabi highway at about 25 Km east of Mardan and 14 Km west of Swabi. It lies in the foothills of the mountains that separate it from Buner District. It is difficult to trace that how old the village is, but it is sure that it came under Muslim influences in the beginning of 10th century AD. Villages Ismaila and Adina situated in the foothills of Karammar range and in the neighborhood of village Shewa were the military camps of Mahmood of Ghaznavi who attacked India 17 times (1001-1011 AD). The present inhabitants i.e. Mardan Yousafzai, a major tribe of Pukhtoons, permanently occupied this area in 14th century.
          
          The population of the village Shewa is 25,000. Majority of its inhabitants depend on agriculture, however significant number of people are also involved in other sectors and contribute to the socio-economic development of the area. The village is comprised of various khels (sub-tribes on the basis of linage). Each Khel has its representation in the village Jirga; one of Pukhtoons’ most revered institution for resolving conflict and addressing collective issues. Shewa has a special privilege in this respect because most of its Jirga members are cognizant of the needs of the time and are actively involved in exploring avenues for the socio-economic uplift of the village and its people. Its positive and accommodative attitude has been a critical factor in the successful implementation of various social, economic, environmental and infrastructure schemes by SESWA with the support of various Government and NGO’s projects during the last 20 years, which has caused a marked change in the life style of the people.

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