In Alipur, there is also shrine of Shah Sultan, a saint who gave shelter to Baba Ali Muhammad and helped him to make this area his habitat.

Besides Tarlai and Kuri, Alipur and Farash have emerged as the major town of rural area of Islamabad.

Alipur Farash residents have been facing problems due to shortage of drinking water, poor sewerage and lack of other basic facilities.

[1] According to unofficial figures, there are 28 katchi abadis (informal settlements)in Islamabad inhabited by more than 70,000 dwellers in poor living conditions.

Under the urban shelter programme, CDA has acknowledged 10 katchi abadis for provision of basic facilities.