Gilgit Baltistan District
District Overview
Economic Structure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Development Projects
List of Exporters
District Overview
General Information
| District Name | Skardu |
|---|---|
|
Province |
Gilgit Baltistan |
|
Headquarters |
Skardu City |
|
Established |
1948 |
|
Total Population |
278885 |
|
Population Density |
33.6 Persons per square kilometer |
|
Literacy Rate |
78 % |
|
Official Language(s) |
Balti |
|
Major Ethnic Groups |
Balti, Kahsmiri, Shina Speakers |
|
Labour force(Male & female) |
Male 74 & female 26 |
Administrative Divisions
|
Tehsils/Talukas |
3 |
|
Union Councils |
14 |
|
Villages |
46 |
|
Geographical Coordinates |
Latitude:- 35.2706 and Longitude:- 75.6419 |
|
Topography |
Karakuram and Himalaya |
|
Rivers/Lakes |
River Indus, Shayok River, Sadpara Lake, Kachura Lake |
Culture and Heritage
|
Historical Sites |
Kharpochu Fort, Buddha Rock |
|
Cultural Festivals |
Jashanny Mafang,Jashanay Naroz |
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Traditional Crafts |
Embroider gowns (choghas with dori work), Wallets, caps, carpets weaving (gabbeh, sharma and rugs), stone work (sharma), wood utensils, woolen crafts
precious stone and semi-precious stone and metals |
|
Cuisine |
Parpo, Payu Cha, Balay, Zair Chong, Braingas, Marzan |
Tourism
|
Tourist Attractions |
Shangirila Lake/ Resort,bKatpana Desert,Sadpara Lake, Kharpocho Fort, Basho Meadows, Buddha Rock Manthal, Deosai Plain & Bilamik Meadows |
|
Accommodation |
Shangirila Hotel, Mashabrum Hotel, K2 Hotel PTDC,Dewan Khas,Baltistan Resort,Kalisto Hotel,Avari Hotel,Tibet Hotel,Himalaya Guest house,Paradise Guest House |
|
Transport for Tourists |
NATCO,Daniyal Travels, Mashabrum Travels, K2 Travel |
Economic Structure
Agriculture & Allied Sectors
| Crop | Production (Tonnes) |
|---|---|
|
Wheat |
17182.01 |
|
Maize |
3235.31 |
|
Barley |
7443.06 |
|
Buckwheat |
1102.78 |
|
Potato |
44643.83 |
Livestock & Dairy
| Parameter | Data/Information |
|---|---|
|
Cattle |
777027 |
|
Buffalo |
629 |
|
Sheep |
598260 |
|
Goat |
1583226 |
|
Horse |
6964 |
|
Mule |
2254 |
Trade & Commerce
| Parameter | Data/Information |
|---|---|
|
Major Markets & Trading Centers |
Skardu City, Gamba Skardu, Thowar Roundo |
|
Major Exports |
Apricots, Handicrafts, Dry fruits, Gem stones, Major Commodities Traded |
Horticulture Sector
| Parameter | Data/Information (In Tonnes) |
|---|---|
|
Apple |
8121 |
|
Apricot |
69346 |
|
Grapes |
1505 |
|
Pear |
567 |
|
Peach |
322 |
Services Sector
| Parameter | Data/Information |
|---|---|
|
Banking & Financial Services |
HBL, NBP, UBL, GBRSP, ABL, ABL, PBL, National Saving, MCBL, KCBL, FBL, AHBL. HMBL, Akhuwat bank, Baltistan Cooperative Society |
|
Education & Healthcare Infrastructure |
University of Baltistan, Boys and Girls Degree College, Public School and College, Army Public School, Educators School, 250 beded Hospital under construction, RHQ Hospital, Benzazir Hospital, CMH & Marfi Hospital |
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
Trade and Logistics Infrastructure
|
Road Networks |
JSR, roads, Kargil Road, Shigar Road, Deosai Road, Khaplu/ Siachan road |
|
Airports |
Skardu Airports |
|
Educational Institutions |
Number of schools :- 170 to 200 Estimated, Colleges:- 6, and Universities:-01 |
|
Healthcare Facilities |
Hospitals, clinics, and health centers |
|
Communication |
Internet:- SCOM, mobile, networks:- SCOM,UFONE.Telenor,Jazz, and postal services:- Pakistan Post, TCS, LCS |
Development Projects
Development Projects
|
Ongoing Projects |
• 500 Bed Hospital • Medical College • 26 Megawatt Harpo Project • 34 Megawatt Shagarthang Project • Construction of University of Baltistan |
|
Planned Projects |
• Shgarthang Astore Road via Shountar pass/ Kashmir |
List of Exporters
List of exporters/manufacturers/stakeholders with contact details
| Name | Market | Contact Number |
|---|---|---|
|
Baltistan culture development |
Domestic sale |
[email protected]/03425563378 |
|
Muhammad kumail/Baltistan pure honey |
Domestics sale |
03403783464 |
|
Hyder Gems International |
Domestic Sale |
03129728643 |
