Drognu - Palampur, Kangra
Drognu is a village situated in the Palampur tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Darognu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Drognu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drognu is 011518. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.68 hectares and falls under the 176061 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Drognu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Palampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Drognu
According to the 2011 Census, Drognu village had a total population of 413 people, including 206 males and 207 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,005 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.18%, with male literacy at 90.17% and female literacy at 64.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 324.
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 | 413 | 206 | 207 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 58 | 33 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 43 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 324 | 162 | 162 |
| Literate Population | 274 | 156 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 139 | 50 | 89 |
Nearby Villages of Drognu
Drognu 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 Drognu
Drognu 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 Drognu is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drognu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drognu 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Drognu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drognu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Drognu
Where is Drognu located?
Drognu village is located in Palampur Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Drognu?
The Gram Panchayat of Drognu is Darognu.
What is the pincode of Drognu?
The pincode of Drognu is 176061.
What is the population of Drognu?
Drognu had a total population of 413, including 206 males and 207 females.
How many households are there in Drognu?
Drognu had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Drognu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drognu was 77.18%. Male literacy was 90.17% and female literacy was 64.84%.