Drug - Chadiyar, Kangra
Drug is a village situated in the Chadiyar tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Dharmsala. Darug serves as the Gram Panchayat for Drug village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drug is 011957. The village covers a total geographical area of 225.77 hectares and falls under the 176071 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Drug village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baijnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Drug
As per Census 2011, Drug village has a total population of 744 people, consisting of 354 males and 390 females. The village has 187 households and a sex ratio of 1,101 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 565 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 255 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Drug are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 744 | 354 | 390 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 255 | 129 | 126 |
| Literate Population | 565 | 291 | 274 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 63 | 116 |
Nearby Villages of Drug
Drug 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 Drug
Drug 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 Dharmsala to Drug is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drug
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drug village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Drug
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drug 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Drug
Where is Drug located?
Drug village is located in Chadiyar Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Drug?
The Gram Panchayat of Drug is Darug.
What is the pincode of Drug?
The pincode of Drug is 176071.
What is the population of Drug?
Drug has a total population of 744, including 354 males and 390 females.
How many households are there in Drug?
There are 187 households in Drug.
What is the literacy rate in Drug?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drug is 75.94%. Male literacy is 82.20% and female literacy is 70.26%.