Zaloora

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Zaloora is a village (of over 6,530 chollas) in northern Baramulla district, Jammu and Kashmir (J&K), India, approximately 16 kilometres (10 mi) from Sopore, 10 km from hHndwara, 30 km from Kupwara. Zaloora is a valley within the valley, fenced by mountains on three sides and by Lal Kul canal on the other. It is the third largest village of Zaingair besides Dangerpora and Shiva.

Demographics[]

It has 10 mohallas and approximately 12,000 inhabitants. The village had a sizable population of Hindus, but most left because of the Pandit genocide of the early 1990s. The name may be derived from "Jaal" ("fishing net").

Facilities[]

Zaloora market consists of almost 120 shops selling daily consumables including groceries, vegetables and fruits, medicine, timber, and iron.

History[]

Zaloora's long history allegedly began when the lake that covered Kashmir drained, and settlers moved in. Archeological findings near the hem of the mountains that ring the village seem to confirm that Zaloora was home to fisherman.

During the peak of the Buddhist era in Kashmir, Zaloora is said to have been home to a , sanctifying it as a place of religion and learning. During Badshah's reign, holy man Haji Lolo Reshi Baba Sahib, along with disciples, settled in Zaloora. Legend has it that he went on Haj (pilgrimage) 12 times.

Late Haji sheikh Muhammad Sulaiman(r.a) was an honour of Zaloora. He was a very respectful person. He is the only founder of jamiet te talaba.

Another great personality of zaloora is Haji Ghulam Qadir Shah,who is above 105 years old.He had visited different places of Kashmir to spread Islam.He was also rukn e jammat of jammat I islami Jammu and Kashmir

During the reign of Budshah (king of Kashmir during the 14th century), Zaloora got its importance. He turned the direction of the river Pohru through Zaloora in order to serve water scarcity in Zaingair.

Tribes[]

Local families (tribes) include:peer Mir, Bhat, War, Sheikh, Gianie and Gujar.

The Lone tribe is based mainly in northern Kashmir, although they gradually diffused throughout the valley. Members live in Zaloora and Sopore. The Baht (meaning "priest" or "scribe" in Sanskrit) are found commonly in states in J&K and elsewhere in India. "Sheikh" (or "Sheik") is an Arabic honorific meaning "elder". The origin of Gujar peoples in Zaloora is uncertain.It is being said that they came from pakistan.They are now well-settled in Zaloora and speak Gujree. This tribe is classified as "Other Backward Class" (OBC). Ismael kaak is a famous person in the Gujjar tribe. He is near about 130 years old (witness of the First World War). "Mir" is a title derived from the Arabic title (as "Emir"). It was given to great leaders during ancient times. Among Muslims, "Mir" became a synonym of "sayyid" as meaning a "relative of prophet Muhammad". The Mir family have a separate mahalla called "Mir Mahalla zaloora A". Other mohallas are chaay mohallah,Baigh mohallah,khanday mohallah,etc.

Education[]

Zaloora is one of the most literate villages in Baramulla District. Several mohallas conducted programmes to boost literacy rates and were key to that achievement.^{[citation needed]}

The village has one higher secondary(Govt Higher Secondary School Zaloora),two high schools, one government-run, the other privately owned i.e. Islamia Model school Zaloora(the 4th oldest FAT school in kashmir) etc., four middle schools, five primary schools and was the first higher-educational village in Baramulla.^{[clarification needed]}

Sports[]

Cricket is the main supporting activity besides volleyball, football, kho kho, kabadi, gilli danda. One more special game played by the children of Zalooora is Brazz. Batbagh is the famous playground (200 kanals).

Professions[]

The village is home to a range of professionals such as IT workers, engineers, lecturers, and professors. The fruit business and walnut business are also important in Zaloora.

Places of interest[]

ZaLoora has 10 Masjids, two of which are Jamia masjids. Eid prayers are mostly offered in Eidgah located near the Zaloora bus stop. MujHadur was a famous tourist resort in the late 1990s. It is now famous for apricot trees, and a variety of big stones are found there (PAHEL PAL,MIN PAL,PAETER). Fresh water streams also flow through the latter. The famous one is called HOKH LUTER.

Amid COVID-19 lockdown local folks of Zaloora have explored unspoiled place of nature which is now famously known as HILLTOP which was forgotten behind by the people.A trek to the hilltop takes 2 to 3 hours.The hill station is laden with wonderful water ponds and deserted cottages which makes it one of the most beautiful place in zaloora.A beautiful panoramic sketch of the densely populated forests and evergreen landscapes and snow filled mountains can be captured.It offers a birds eye view of the dale. But what makes it stand out is the enchanting view of the whole Lolab valley. People from distant areas have started visiting the place.Hill top is one serene hill station in whole Zaingair area of Baramullah that has preserved its natural beauty, absolute charm and purity.There are many fantastic and awesome things to experience in this amazing hill station.

A visit to hilltop should definitely be included in the bucket list of every nature lover or green panther.