Drabad - Dalhousie, Chamba
Drabad is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 36 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Padhrotu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Drabad village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drabad is 007464. The village covers a total geographical area of 161.55 hectares and falls under the 176303 pincode. Dalhousie is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Drabad village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dalhousie Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Drabad
According to the 2011 Census, Drabad village had a total population of 357 people, including 175 males and 182 females, living in 67 households. The sex ratio was 1,040 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.10%, with male literacy at 82.76% and female literacy at 60.74%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 325.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 357 | 175 | 182 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 30 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 16 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 325 | 159 | 166 |
| Literate Population | 219 | 120 | 99 |
| Illiterate Population | 138 | 55 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Drabad
Drabad 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 Drabad
Public transport in the Drabad is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dalhousie to Drabad is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Drabad is about 36 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drabad
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drabad village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Drabad
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drabad village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Drabad
Where is Drabad located?
Drabad village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Drabad?
The Gram Panchayat of Drabad is Padhrotu.
What is the pincode of Drabad?
The pincode of Drabad is 176303.
What is the population of Drabad?
Drabad had a total population of 357, including 175 males and 182 females.
How many households are there in Drabad?
Drabad had 67 households.
What is the literacy rate in Drabad?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drabad was 71.10%. Male literacy was 82.76% and female literacy was 60.74%.