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سلام آباد دچھنہ
Salamabad Dachna
Village
Salamabad Dachna
CountryIndia
Union TerritoryJammu and Kashmir
DistrictBaramulla
TehsilBoniyar
Area
 • Total
797.2 ha (1,969.9 acres)
Population
 (2011)
 • Total
3,605
 • Density450/km2 (1,200/sq mi)
Languages
 • OfficialKashmiri
Time zoneUTC+5:30 (IST)
PIN
193122
Vehicle registrationJK05

Salamabad Dachna (/səˈlɑːmɑːbɑːd ˈdɑːtʃnə/ 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.[1]

Crops in Salamabad Dachina village, Baramulla

Geography

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Salamabad Dachina covers an area of 797.2 hectares and is situated in a hilly region of northwestern Jammu and Kashmir.[2] It is located about 14 km from the Lachipora Wildlife Sanctuary.[3] The village's postal code is 193122.[4]

Salamabad Dachna and it's neighbour village Bijhama are known for adventurous destinations.[5]

Demographics

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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.[1]

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.[6]

Demographic Summary (2011 Census)
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

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The primary language spoken in the village is Kashmiri, followed by Pahari and Gojri.[7] The residents predominantly follow Islam.[8]

Governance

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Salamabad Dachina is administered by a local Gram Panchayat, and falls under the Uri constituency[9] for both the Jammu and Kashmir Legislative Assembly and Indian Parliament elections.[10]

Education

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The village has several government and private schools offering education from primary to secondary levels:[11]

Connectivity

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According to the 2011 census:

  • Public bus services are available beyond 10 km
  • Private vehicles operate within the village
  • The nearest railway station is in Baramulla, approximately 29 km away.[18]

Nearby villages

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Salamabad Dachina is surrounded by the following villages:

  • Brari Pora
  • Biji Hama
  • Sheerwani Pora
  • Bagnah Noor Khah
  • Limber
  • Azadpora

In the media

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In 2023, Salamabad Dachina appeared in regional news when residents protested against rampant gypsum mining activities in the area, citing environmental and health concerns.[19]

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  • Indigenous flora flourishing in Salamabad's temperate microclimate
    Indigenous flora flourishing in Salamabad's temperate microclimate
  • A traditional pastoral hut beside a natural spring, reflecting rural architecture
    A traditional pastoral hut beside a natural spring, reflecting rural architecture
  • Aerial perspective capturing the topography and clustered habitation
    Aerial perspective capturing the topography and clustered habitation
  • Bird’s-eye view of Salamabad Dachhna nestled in the northwestern Kashmir valley
    Bird’s-eye view of Salamabad Dachhna nestled in the northwestern Kashmir valley

See also

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References

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  1. ^ a b "Salamabad Dachina - Census and Geography Data". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  2. ^ "Census of India 2011 – Village Details". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  3. ^ "Lachipora Wildlife Sanctuary". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  4. ^ "Pin Code: SALAMABAD, BARAMULLA, JAMMU AND KASHMIR, India, Pincode.net.in". pincode.net.in. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
  5. ^ "Bijhama emerging as new tourist destination". www.google.com. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
  6. ^ "Salamabad Village Population Data". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  7. ^ "Languages in Jammu & Kashmir". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  8. ^ "Religion Data - Census of India". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  9. ^ "Uri Assembly constituency", Election commission of India, 2025-05-18, retrieved 2025-06-17
  10. ^ "Panchayat Directory". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  11. ^ "School Directory – Salamabad Dachina". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  12. ^ "HS SALAMABAD - Salamabad District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
  13. ^ "AL NOOR PUBLIC SCHOOL - - Stack Schools". stackschools.com. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
  14. ^ "MS LAGAMA - Salamabad Dachina District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
  15. ^ "PS GOJER PATHI - Salamabad Dachina District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
  16. ^ "BPS NAIK MOHALLA - Salamabad Dachina District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
  17. ^ "PS DABER PATHI - Salamabad Dachina District Baramula (Jammu And Kashmir)". schools.org.in. Retrieved 2025-06-17.
  18. ^ "Railway Connectivity – Baramulla". Retrieved 26 May 2025.
  19. ^ "Uri residents hold protest over rampant gypsum mining". Greater Kashmir. 11 August 2024. Retrieved 26 May 2025.
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