Draon - Sihunta, Chamba
Draon is a village situated in the Sihunta tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. Motla serves as the Gram Panchayat for Draon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Draon is 007671. The village covers a total geographical area of 170.46 hectares and falls under the 176207 pincode. Chuari Khas is the nearest town.
Draon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhattiyat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Draon
According to the 2011 Census, Draon village had a total population of 117 people, including 64 males and 53 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 828 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 65.35%, with male literacy at 75.93% and female literacy at 53.19%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 117.
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 | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 16 | 10 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 117 | 64 | 53 |
| Literate Population | 66 | 41 | 25 |
| Illiterate Population | 51 | 23 | 28 |
Nearby Villages of Draon
Draon 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 Draon
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Draon.
| 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 Chamba to Draon is about 135 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Draon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Draon village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Draon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Draon village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Draon
Where is Draon located?
Draon village is located in Sihunta Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Draon?
The Gram Panchayat of Draon is Motla.
What is the pincode of Draon?
The pincode of Draon is 176207.
What is the population of Draon?
Draon had a total population of 117, including 64 males and 53 females.
How many households are there in Draon?
Draon had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Draon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Draon was 65.35%. Male literacy was 75.93% and female literacy was 53.19%.