Dragar
Dragar is a village located in Karnah tehsil of Kupwara district in Jammu & Kashmir, India. It is situated 12km away from sub-district headquarter Karnah (tehsildar office) and 78km away from district headquarter Kupwara. As per 2009 stats, Kewa is the gram panchayat of Dragar village.
Here you can discover what makes Dragar unique in its vibrant Karnah-Kupwara region. You’ll see Dragar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
About Dragar
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Dragar is 000349. The village spans a total geographical area of 121 hectares. Kupwara is nearest town to Dragar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 98km away.
Google Map of Dragar
Population of Dragar
According to the 2011 Census, Dragar has a total population of about 517, with approximately 285 males and 232 females. The sex ratio is around 814 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 436. The overall literacy rate is approximately 38.30%, with male literacy at about 48.42% and female literacy near 25.86%. There are around 105 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Dragar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 517 | 285 | 232 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 76 | 53 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 436 | 239 | 197 |
| Literate Population | 198 | 138 | 60 |
| Illiterate Population | 319 | 147 | 172 |
Connectivity of Dragar
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Dragar. As per the 2011 stats, Dragar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Dragar
Knowing the nearby villages of Dragar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Dragar.
Frequently Asked Questions about Dragar
- Where is Dragar located?
- Dragar village is situated in Karnah Tehsil, within the Kupwara district of Jammu & Kashmir, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Dragar?
- The Gram Panchayat of Dragar is Kewa (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the population of Dragar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Dragar is 517, with 285 males and 232 females.
- How many households are there in Dragar as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Dragar village has a total of 105 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Dragar as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Dragar is 38.30%. The male literacy rate is 48.42%, while the female literacy rate is 25.86%.