Yusufzai


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Yusufzai
The Yusufzai, also called Yousafzai, is a tribe of Pashtun peoples. It is also called "sons of Yusuf" from the Tribe of Joseph  Esapzai son of Mand, son of Khakhykhel ,son of Kand, son of Kharshbun, son of Sarban). They are found in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa of Pakistan, and in some eastern parts of Afghanistan. In addition, some Yusufzai lineages are settled in India in 18th century, most notably in Rohilkhand region as well as the Tonk area, many of whom form a part of the larger Rohilla community. According to the Pata Khazana history book, the Khakhykhel and Ghoryakhel  are brothers.

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