Zakhi, meaning "smart and strong, " originates from the Nowshera district of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province in Pakistan. The name likely predates the arrival of Pashtuns in the area and is derived from old Persian. Zakhi is a name with cultural significance, but it does not have documented historical significance tied to its location and its role in the Khudai Khidmatgar movement during India's independence struggle. The village has undergone subdivision into four new villages following a devastating flood in the 18th century. Today, Zakhi is predominantly inhabited by Sunni Muslim Pashtuns, with a high literacy rate and a mix of agricultural and government employment.
