Salamabad Dachina
Salamabad Dachina | |
|---|---|
Village | |
| Country | India |
| Union Territory | Jammu and Kashmir |
| District | Baramulla |
| Tehsil | Boniyar |
| Area | |
| • Total | 797.2 ha (1,969.9 acres) |
| Population (2011) | |
| • Total | 3,605 |
| • Density | 450/km2 (1,200/sq mi) |
| Languages | |
| • Official | Kashmiri |
| Time zone | UTC+5:30 (IST) |
| PIN | 193122 |
| Vehicle registration | JK05 |
| DIGIPIN | CJP-6P3-PCFK |
Salamabad Dachina [1] (/səˈlɑːmɑːbɑːd ˈdɑːtʃna/ also spelled Dachhna or Dachina ) is a village in the Boniyar tehsil of Baramulla district in the northwestern Indian-administered union territory of Jammu and Kashmir. It lies approximately 9.3 km from Boniyar and 26 km from the district headquarters, Baramulla. The nearest major town is Uri, located 25 km away.[2]
Geography[edit | edit source]
Salamabad Dachina covers an area of 797.2 hectares and is situated in a hilly region of northwestern Jammu and Kashmir.[3] It is located about 14 km from the Lachipora Wildlife Sanctuary.[4] The village's postal code is 193122.[5]
The village is divided into two local sectors or habitations: Salamabad A (Saran) and Salamabad B (Dachina/Proper). Each sector contains one of the village’s two Jamia mosques; Jamia Masjid Shahi Hamdan is located in Salamabad A, while Jamia Masjid Al-Tawheed Akbar lies in Salamabad B.[6][7][8]
Salamabad Dachina and its neighbour village Bijhama are known for adventurous destinations.[9]
Demographics[edit | edit source]
According to the 2011 Census of India, Salamabad Dachina has a population of 3,605, residing in 636 households. Of these, 1,882 are male and 1,723 are female, resulting in a sex ratio of 915 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0–6 years number 827, or 22.9% of the total population.[2]
The overall literacy rate stands at 36.78%, with male literacy at 46.81% and female literacy at 25.83%. The village also has a Scheduled Tribe population of 474. Data for Scheduled Castes is not reported.[10]
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 3,605 | 1,882 | 1,723 |
| Children (0–6 years) | 827 | 450 | 377 |
| Scheduled Tribes | 474 | 253 | 221 |
| Literates | 1,326 | 881 | 445 |
| Illiterates | 2,279 | 1,001 | 1,278 |
Language and religion[edit | edit source]
The primary language spoken in the village is Kashmiri, followed by Pahari and Gojri.[11] It is a monoreligious Islamic.[12] region.
Governance[edit | edit source]
Salamabad Dachina is administered by a local Gram Panchayat, and falls under the Uri constituency[13] for both the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and Indian Parliament elections.[14]
Education[edit | edit source]
The village has several government and private schools offering education from primary to secondary levels:[15]
- High School Salamabad[16]
- Al Noor Public School (Private)[17]
- Middle School Lagama[18]
- Primary School Gojer Pathi[19]
- Primary School Naik Mohalla[20]
- Primary School Daber Pathi[21]
- Middle School Saran Salamabad
- Valley Public School Salamabad Dachina (Private)
*According to Census 2011
- Public bus services are available beyond 10 km
- Private vehicles operate within the village
- The nearest railway station is in Baramulla, approximately 40 km away.[22]
Nearby villages[edit | edit source]
Salamabad Dachina is surrounded by the following villages:
- Braripora
- Bijhama
- Sheerwanipora
- Bagnah Noorkhah
- Limber
- Kanchan
In the media[edit | edit source]
In 2023, Salamabad Dachina appeared in regional news when residents protested against rampant gypsum mining activities in the area, citing environmental and health concerns.[23]
Gallery[edit | edit source]
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Indigenous flora flourishing in Salamabad's temperate microclimate -
A traditional pastoral hut beside a natural spring, reflecting rural architecture -
Aerial perspective capturing the topography and clustered habitation -
Bird’s-eye view of Salamabad Dachhna nestled in the northwestern Kashmir valley
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See also[edit | edit source]
References[edit | edit source]
- ↑ Kashmiri: سلام آباد دَچھِن Urdu: سلام آباد دچھنہ
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 "Salamabad Dachina - Census and Geography Data". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "Census of India 2011 – Village Details". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "Lachipora Wildlife Sanctuary". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "Pin Code: SALAMABAD, BARAMULLA, JAMMU AND KASHMIR, India, Pincode.net.in". pincode.net.in. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
- ↑ "Panchayat List – Boniyar Block". MNREGA, Government of India. Retrieved 17 November 2025.
- ↑ "Jamia Masjid Shahi Hamdan". Google Maps. Retrieved 17 November 2025.
- ↑ "Jamia Masjid Al-Tawheed Akbar". Google Maps. Retrieved 17 November 2025.
- ↑ "Bijhama emerging as new tourist destination". www.google.com. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
- ↑ "Salamabad Village Population Data". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "Languages in Jammu & Kashmir". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "Religion Data - Census of India". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "Uri Assembly constituency", Election commission of India, 18 May 2025, retrieved 17 June 2025
- ↑ "Panchayat Directory". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "School Directory – Salamabad Dachina". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "HS SALAMABAD - Salamabad District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
- ↑ "AL NOOR PUBLIC SCHOOL - - Stack Schools". stackschools.com. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
- ↑ "MS LAGAMA - Salamabad Dachina District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
- ↑ "PS GOJER PATHI - Salamabad Dachina District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
- ↑ "BPS NAIK MOHALLA - Salamabad Dachina District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
- ↑ "PS DABER PATHI - Salamabad Dachina District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 17 June 2025.
- ↑ "Railway Connectivity – Baramulla". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
- ↑ "Uri residents hold protest over rampant gypsum mining". Greater Kashmir. 11 August 2024. Retrieved 26 May 2025.