Dridh - Thural, Kangra
Dridh is a village situated in the Thural tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Sanhoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dridh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dridh is 011132. The village covers a total geographical area of 58.13 hectares and falls under the 176093 pincode. Palampur is the nearest town.
Dridh village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sullah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dridh
According to the 2011 Census, Dridh village had a total population of 231 people, including 102 males and 129 females, living in 53 households. The sex ratio was 1,265 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.32%, with male literacy at 91.01% and female literacy at 82.93%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 36.
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 | 231 | 102 | 129 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 16 | 20 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 81 | 102 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 21 | 27 |
Nearby Villages of Dridh
Dridh 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 Dridh
Dridh 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 Dridh is about 55 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dridh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dridh village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Dridh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dridh village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dridh
Where is Dridh located?
Dridh village is located in Thural Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dridh?
The Gram Panchayat of Dridh is Sanhoon.
What is the pincode of Dridh?
The pincode of Dridh is 176093.
What is the population of Dridh?
Dridh had a total population of 231, including 102 males and 129 females.
How many households are there in Dridh?
Dridh had 53 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dridh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dridh was 86.32%. Male literacy was 91.01% and female literacy was 82.93%.