Drawl - Jalog, Shimla
Drawl is a village situated in the Jalog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Shimla. Karyali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Drawl village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drawl is 024136. The village covers a total geographical area of 33.91 hectares and falls under the 171019 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Drawl village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Drawl
According to the 2011 Census, Drawl village had a total population of 95 people, including 44 males and 51 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 1,159 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.89%, with male literacy at 92.86% and female literacy at 66.67%.
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 | 95 | 44 | 51 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 5 | 2 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 71 | 39 | 32 |
| Illiterate Population | 24 | 5 | 19 |
Nearby Villages of Drawl
Drawl 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 Drawl
Drawl 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 Shimla to Drawl is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drawl
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drawl village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Drawl
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drawl village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Drawl
Where is Drawl located?
Drawl village is located in Jalog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Drawl?
The Gram Panchayat of Drawl is Karyali.
What is the pincode of Drawl?
The pincode of Drawl is 171019.
What is the population of Drawl?
Drawl had a total population of 95, including 44 males and 51 females.
How many households are there in Drawl?
Drawl had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Drawl?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drawl was 78.89%. Male literacy was 92.86% and female literacy was 66.67%.