The town was founded by a Thakur (horse sellers) some more than 800–900 years ago. The place existed as a small village even during the invasion of Ghazi Saiyyad Salar Masud in the early 11th century.
The town's origins can be traced back to a group of horse traders, who established it over 800-900 years ago.  Despite being invaded by Ghazi Saiyyad Salar Masud in the early 11th century, the area remained as a small village.