Diamer District
District Overview
Economic Structure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Investment & Growth Potential Areas
Development Projects
List of Exporters
District Overview
General Information
| District Name | Diamer |
|---|---|
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Province |
Gilgit Baltistan |
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Headquarters |
Chilas City |
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Established |
2023 |
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Total Population |
214,000 |
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Population Density |
11 to 13 Persons per square kilometer |
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Literacy Rate |
27 to 30 % |
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Official Language(s) |
Shina and Urdu |
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Major Ethnic Groups |
Sheen and Yashkun |
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Labour force(Male & female) |
Male 50 to 60 % & Female 5 to 10 % |
Administrative Divisions
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Tehsils/Talukas |
ChilasTehsil, Bunar DasTehsil |
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Union Councils |
10 union councils |
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Villages |
100 to 120 Villages |
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Geographical Coordinates |
35.4381° N, 73.9360° E |
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Topography |
Mountainous terrain, Valleys and river system and forest areas |
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Rivers/Lakes |
Indus River, Thor River, Bunar River, Darel and Tangir Rivers, Fairy Meadows Lake and Raikot Lake |
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Climate |
Average temperature 25 to 40 °C, low rainfall, and 4 seasons |
Culture and Heritage
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Historical Sites |
Nanga Parbat, Fairy meadows and historical places including Rock carvings of Chilas, Thalpan Rock carvings |
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Cultural Festivals |
Local festivals and events |
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Traditional Crafts |
Woodcarving and carpentry, wool weaving and carpet making, beadwork and jewelry basket weaving and rope making |
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Cuisine |
Local dishes and food specialties |
Tourism
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Tourist Attractions |
Nanga Parbat, Fairy Meadows, Chilas rock carvings, Babusar Pass, Thalpan petroglyphs |
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Accommodation |
Hotels (Shangrila Hotel, Panorama Hotel Chilas, Besham Continental Hotel, Raikot Sarai, Fairy Meadows cottages, Parbat Inn Fairy Meadows |
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Transport for Tourists |
Private Cars and Jeeps |
Economic Structure
Agriculture & Allied Sectors
| Crop | Production (Tonnes) |
|---|---|
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Wheat |
7595.92 |
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Maize |
16923.80 |
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Lucerne |
2096.06 |
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Buckwheat |
2.76 |
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Potato |
3234.90 |
Livestock, Dairy Industry & FIsheries
| Parameter | Data/Information |
|---|---|
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Livestock & Dairy |
Cattle, goats, Sheep, Yaks, Donkeys and Horses, Dairy Industry includes Desi Makhan, yogurt and ghee |
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Fisheries & Horticulture |
Common fish species including Trout (Brown Trout, Rainbow Trout) Snow Trout and Schizothroax (Gurez Fish) locally consumed fish. |
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Horticulture |
1. Apricots, Apples, Walnuts, Mulberries, Pomegranates
2. Vegetables, Potatoes and Tomatoes |
Agriculture & Land
| Parameter | Data/Information |
|---|---|
|
Diamer’s total area |
10,936 km² |
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Estimated cultivable land |
Less than 5% of the total area |
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Main agricultural zones |
Located in river valleys and terraced fields along the Indus River and its tributaries |
Trade & Commerce
| Parameter | Data/Information |
|---|---|
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Major Markets & Trading Centers |
1. Chilas Bazar (Main market of District Diamer)
2. Darel and Tangir Markets
3. Bunar Das Market
4. Tak Nullah Market
5. Fairy Meadows Tourist Market |
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Major Exports |
1. Timber and wood products
2. Dried fruits and nuts sector
3. Livestock and Dairy Products
4. Semi-precious stones and Minerals
5. Handicrafts and woolen products |
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Major Commodities Traded |
1. Timber and wood products
2. Dried fruits and Nuts
3. Livestock and Dairy Products
4. Mining and Construction Materials
5. Wool and Handicrafts |
Horticulture Sector
| Parameter | Data/Information |
|---|---|
|
Fruits |
Apricots, Apples, Walnuts, Mulberries, Pomegranates |
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Vegetables |
Vegetables, Potatoes and Tomatoes. |
Services Sector
| Parameter | Data/Information |
|---|---|
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Banking & Financial Services |
1. National and Commercial banks
2. Microfinance banks and services
3. Islamic banking options |
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Tourism & Hospitality Industry |
1. Fairy Meadows and Nanga Parbat Base camp
2. Raikot Bridge and Karakoram Highway
3. Babusar Pass
4. Buddhist rock carvings
5. Darel and Tangir Valleys
6. Hotels and Guest Houses
7. Camping and Eco Tourism
8. Restaurants and Local cuisine |
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Education & Healthcare Infrastructure |
1. Government and private schools
2. Primary and secondary schools
3. Higher education Institutions |
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
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Road Networks |
1. Karakoram Highway (The Main Artery)
2. Babusar Pass (Seasonal alternative road)
3. Darel and Tangir valleys roads
4. Diamer Bhasha Dam road |
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Airports |
Gilgit Airport |
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Educational Institutions |
Private and Government Schools, Cadet College Chilas, Govt Degree College Chilas, Govt Plolytechnical Institute Chilas |
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Healthcare Facilities |
DHQ Hospital Chilas, Tehsil Headquarters Hospitals and Basic health units.Few private clinics operate in Chilas and nearby areas. Mostly run by general practitioners. |
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Communication |
Special Communication Organization, This network is providing GSM, 3G and limited 4G services. Jazz, Zong and Ufone aslo provide mobile services. |
Investment & Growth Potential Areas
Opportunities
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Key Investment Opportunities |
• Hydropower and renewable energy • Tourism and Hospitality • Agriculture and organic farming • Mining and mineral exploration • Infrastructure and Real Estate • Information Technology and Digital Services • Education and Healthcare • Trade and logistics (CPEC related oppurtunities) |
Development Projects
Development Projects
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Ongoing Projects |
• Diamer Bhasha Dam Project • Karakoram Highway Expansion and Rehabilitation • Upgradation of Babusar Pass Road • Chilas Airport Revival Project • Hydropower and Renewable Energy Projects • Educational infrastructure Development • Healthcare improvement Projects |
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Planned Projects |
• Diamer Bhasha Dam completion Phase • Karakoram Highway Realignment and Expansion (CPEC Phase-2) • Chilas Airport Development (Proposed under CPEC) • Hydropower and Renewable Energy projects • Education and skill development projects • Healthcare infrastructure Expansion • Digital connectivity and Internet Expansion • Tourism and Eco-Development Projects • Water sanitation Infrastructure Projects |
List of Exporters
List of exporters/manufacturers/stakeholders with contact details
| S.No | Name | Products | Contact Details |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1 |
Hashwan Traders |
Apricots and cherries |
03125464853 [email protected] |
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2 |
Organo Botanica |
Dry Fruits |
034692361012
[email protected] |
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3 |
Mountain Fruits Pvt |
Dry Fruits |
05811920835
[email protected] |
