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.

Dragar has its own place in the vibrant Kupwara region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

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.

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Population of Dragar

Below is a concise population overview of Dragar as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
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

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Dragar village:

  • The total population of Dragar village is around 517, including approximately 285 males and 232 females, with a sex ratio of 814 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 129 children aged 0–6 years in Dragar village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Dragar village has 436 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Dragar village is about 38.30%, with male literacy at 48.42% and female literacy at 25.86%.
  • There are around 105 households in Dragar village.

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.

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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%.