Droon - Padhar, Mandi
Droon is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Ropa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Droon village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Droon is 013203. The village covers a total geographical area of 461.9 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Droon village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Darang Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Droon
According to the 2011 Census, Droon village had a total population of 301 people, including 160 males and 141 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 881 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.42%, with male literacy at 74.47% and female literacy at 61.60%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 204.
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 | 301 | 160 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 103 | 101 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 182 | 105 | 77 |
| Illiterate Population | 119 | 55 | 64 |
Nearby Villages of Droon
Droon 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 Droon
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Droon.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Droon is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Droon
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Droon 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 Droon
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Droon 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Droon
Where is Droon located?
Droon village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Droon?
The Gram Panchayat of Droon is Ropa.
What is the pincode of Droon?
The pincode of Droon is 175012.
What is the population of Droon?
Droon had a total population of 301, including 160 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Droon?
Droon had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Droon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Droon was 68.42%. Male literacy was 74.47% and female literacy was 61.60%.