in the houses of well-to-do persons whereas others use the ordinary cot (Charpoy). Occupations Most of the people are farmers in profession in villages. They are engaged in agriculture either directly or indirectly. Industrial labour has increased after the establishment of factories in different places of the district. Some people are engaged in-business and Government service also. Economy Mardan is far famous for its economy and business mind people. Recent project of China Pakistan Economic Corridor bring more importance to this era. The border of Mardan, Rashakai is one of the major Economic Zone of this project which strengthen the Economy of Mardan. Administration The district of Mardan is administratively subdivided into five Tehsils. Mardan Tehsil Takht Bhai Tehsil Katlang Tehsil Rustam Tehsil Ghari Kapura Tehsil Provincial and National Assembly Seats The district is represented in the provincial assembly by eight elected MPAs who represent the following constituencies: National Assembly District Mardan is represented by three MNAs in national assembly. Provincial Assembly See also Takkar massacre Takht-i-Bahi Jamal Garhi Jamila Gilani Sawal Dher References External links Mardan City Map Districts of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa