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
As per Census 2011, Droon village has a total population of 301 people, consisting of 160 males and 141 females. The village has 60 households and a sex ratio of 881 females per 1,000 males. There are 35 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 182 literate and 119 illiterate residents. Additionally, 204 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Droon are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 301 | 160 | 141 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 19 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 204 | 103 | 101 |
| 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 has a total population of 301, including 160 males and 141 females.
How many households are there in Droon?
There are 60 households in Droon.
What is the literacy rate in Droon?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Droon is 60.47%. Male literacy is 65.63% and female literacy is 54.61%.