User:MrFidaAliEngr/Skardu

Skardu is the District Headquarters of District Skardu. It is located in Baltistan, Pakistan. Its elevation above sea level is about 8000 feet. In the winter season, the temperature drops to about -20 degrees Celsius.

Skardu is surrounded by very high mountains whose tops remain snow covered round the year. Pakistan's largest river, the Indus, flows through Skardu. Important crops include wheat, barley, maize, potatoes, apricots, melbury, apples, grapes, water melons, melons, turnips, etc., etc. Important livestocks include goats, sheep, cows, zhos, yaks, hens, fish, etc., etc. Important wild animals are/include markhors, tigers, snow leopards, wolves, horses, donkeys, bears, foxes, eagles, pigeons, cats, dogs etc., etc.

The human population is rapidly increasing mainly due to migration and unplanned births. Child care facilities are adequate. Hydel (hydroelectricity) projects have proved to be economically viable and technically successful in Skardu, Baltistan and its adjoining areas. Skardu has a lot of sunlight and wind which also can be utilized for power generation to fulfill power requirements. Important minerals found in Skardu and its adjoining areas include quartz, precious stones, semi precious stones, etc.