Dranga - Bhaderwah, Doda
Dranga is a village situated in the Bhaderwah tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhadarwa and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Doda. Dradhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dranga village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dranga is 004467. The village covers a total geographical area of 101.2 hectares and falls under the 182221 pincode. Bhadarwa is the nearest town, located about 9 km away.
Dranga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhaderwah Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dranga
As per Census 2011, Dranga village has a total population of 649 people, consisting of 335 males and 314 females. The village has 125 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 80 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 442 literate and 207 illiterate residents. Additionally, 487 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 20 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dranga are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 649 | 335 | 314 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 41 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 487 | 256 | 231 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 20 | 11 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 442 | 265 | 177 |
| Illiterate Population | 207 | 70 | 137 |
Nearby Villages of Dranga
Dranga is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Thatha | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Neota | North-West | 2.47 km |
| Drodhu | West | 2.53 km |
| Gatha | South | 2.92 km |
| Udrana | South-East | 3.06 km |
| Madsoo | East | 3.28 km |
| Cheka | North-West | 3.69 km |
| Ghuraka | North | 4.58 km |
| Panjgrain | North-West | 4.91 km |
| Balote | North-East | 5.25 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dranga
Dranga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Udhampur, while the nearest airport is Jammu Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 76.6 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bhadarwa to Dranga is about 9 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Doda to Dranga is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dranga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dranga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dranga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dranga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dranga
Where is Dranga located?
Dranga village is located in Bhaderwah Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dranga?
The Gram Panchayat of Dranga is Dradhu.
What is the pincode of Dranga?
The pincode of Dranga is 182221.
What is the population of Dranga?
Dranga has a total population of 649, including 335 males and 314 females.
How many households are there in Dranga?
There are 125 households in Dranga.
What is the literacy rate in Dranga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dranga is 68.10%. Male literacy is 79.10% and female literacy is 56.37%.