In addition to the main two languages of Shina and Kohistani, Batochi or Bateri, Chilsio, Gabari, Pashto, Gojri and Pahari languages are spoken in this region. The term “Dardic” or “Dadric” is used for Shina and Kohistani languages as identity of the linguistic family. This term has nothing to do with the genealogy.

Shina and Kohistani are the major medium for communication in the local bazaars while Urdu and Pashto are used in the offices. Urdu is the medium language in educational institutions and Pashto is taught as an optional subject. The "Tablighi Nisab" (preaching syllabus) is read and dictated in the mosques and homes in Urdu.