Draman - Dalhousie, Chamba
Draman is a village situated in the Dalhousie tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 23 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dalhousie and around 74 km from the district headquarters in Chamba. Mail serves as the Gram Panchayat for Draman village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Draman is 007376. The village covers a total geographical area of 132.42 hectares and falls under the 176301 pincode. Bakloh(cb) is the nearest town, located about 16 km away.
Draman 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 Draman
As per Census 2011, Draman village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 153 males and 158 females. The village has 54 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 109 illiterate residents. Additionally, 6 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Draman are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 153 | 158 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 22 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 111 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 109 | 42 | 67 |
Nearby Villages of Draman
Draman 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 Draman
Draman is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bakloh(cb) to Draman is about 16 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Chamba to Draman is about 74 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Draman
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Draman village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Draman
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Draman 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 Draman
Where is Draman located?
Draman village is located in Dalhousie Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Draman?
The Gram Panchayat of Draman is Mail.
What is the pincode of Draman?
The pincode of Draman is 176301.
What is the population of Draman?
Draman has a total population of 311, including 153 males and 158 females.
How many households are there in Draman?
There are 54 households in Draman.
What is the literacy rate in Draman?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Draman is 64.95%. Male literacy is 72.55% and female literacy is 57.59%.