Mithadar (Urdu: میٹھارادر ) is one of the neighbourhoods of Saddar Town in Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan.[1] Kharadar literally means salty gate in both Sindhi and Urdu; the neighbourhood might have received this name because it is located near the Arabian Sea. Mithader contributes a heavy share in Pakistan's economy, and suit markets are located in Mithader. In Mithader, a street's name is Kagzi Bazar, where saares & burqas are popular across the country. Textile related product shops are also located in this area. The living style of the people is middle class. The majority of Barelvi live here.
There are several ethnic groups in Mithadar including Muhajirs, Punjabis, Sindhis, Memons, Shias, Ismailis, etc. Over 99% of the population is Muslim. The population of Saddar Town is estimated to be nearly one million.
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