[2][6] In ancient times there were a large number of Okaan trees, which is why the area was named Okara.

Pul Dhool, located near Abdulla Sugar Mill, is a town in the Okara district.

The coldest months are December to February, when temperatures may drop to 3 °C (37 °F), with moderate rainfall.

[2] During British rule, the area was part of Montgomery District and contained a large saltpeter refinery.

The city of Okara serves as district and tehsil capital and is itself administratively subdivided into ten Union councils.

The main Punjabi dialects in the area are Majhi and Jhangvi Islam is the most followed religion in Okara.