Nestled amidst the picturesque hills of Abbottabad, Salhad has evolved from a small rural settlement into a vibrant and well-connected community while preserving its traditional values and heritage.

The village has long been inhabited by indigenous Pashtun and Hindko-speaking communities, whose ancestors were primarily engaged in agriculture, livestock farming, and trade.

As part of Abbottabad’s development, Salhad also saw infrastructural growth, benefiting from roads, schools, and other public services introduced by the colonial administration.

The local population is primarily composed of Hindko speakers and consists of the Jadoon, Mughal, Gujjar, Awan, Tanoli, Qureshis and Gakhar communities.

Today, Salhad is a well-established union council with access to essential facilities such as schools, healthcare centers, markets, and roads.