Drugh - Padhar, Mandi
Drugh is a village situated in the Padhar tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Bah serves as the Gram Panchayat for Drugh village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drugh is 013124. The village covers a total geographical area of 87.85 hectares and falls under the 175012 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Drugh 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 Drugh
According to the 2011 Census, Drugh village had a total population of 253 people, including 131 males and 122 females, living in 60 households. The sex ratio was 931 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.09%, with male literacy at 82.57% and female literacy at 61.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 55.
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 | 253 | 131 | 122 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 22 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 55 | 34 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 155 | 90 | 65 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 41 | 57 |
Nearby Villages of Drugh
Drugh 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 Drugh
Drugh 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 | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Drugh is about 41 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 Drugh
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drugh 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 Drugh
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drugh 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Drugh
Where is Drugh located?
Drugh village is located in Padhar Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Drugh?
The Gram Panchayat of Drugh is Bah.
What is the pincode of Drugh?
The pincode of Drugh is 175012.
What is the population of Drugh?
Drugh had a total population of 253, including 131 males and 122 females.
How many households are there in Drugh?
Drugh had 60 households.
What is the literacy rate in Drugh?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drugh was 72.09%. Male literacy was 82.57% and female literacy was 61.32%.