Dron - Gir Gadhda, Gir Somnath
Dron is a village situated in the Gir Gadhda taluka of Gir Somnath district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from Una and around 150 km from Junagadh. Dron village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dron is 515256. The village covers a total geographical area of 1341.78 hectares and falls under the 362530 pincode. Una is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Dron village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Una Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Junagadh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dron
As per Census 2011, Dron village has a total population of 2,892 people, consisting of 1,485 males and 1,407 females. The village has 510 households and a sex ratio of 947 females per 1,000 males. There are 369 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,712 literate and 1,180 illiterate residents. Additionally, 35 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 129 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dron are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,892 | 1,485 | 1,407 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 369 | 193 | 176 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 35 | 23 | 12 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 129 | 80 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 1,712 | 1,015 | 697 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,180 | 470 | 710 |
Nearby Villages of Dron
Dron is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dron
Dron is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Dron.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Una to Dron is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Dron is about 150 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dron
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dron village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dron
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dron village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dron
Where is Dron located?
Dron village is located in Gir Gadhda Taluka, Gir Somnath district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dron?
Dron is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dron?
The pincode of Dron is 362530.
What is the population of Dron?
Dron has a total population of 2,892, including 1,485 males and 1,407 females.
How many households are there in Dron?
There are 510 households in Dron.
What is the literacy rate in Dron?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dron is 59.20%. Male literacy is 68.35% and female literacy is 49.54%.