Droundi - Bhalla, Doda
Droundi is a village situated in the Bhalla tehsil of Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 21 km from Doda and around 21 km from Doda. Shangroo serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Droundi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Droundi is 004231. The village covers a total geographical area of 66.8 hectares and falls under the 182201 pincode. Doda is the nearest town, located about 21 km away.
Droundi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Droundi
According to the 2011 Census, Droundi village had a total population of 402 people, including 218 males and 184 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 844 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.13%, with male literacy at 86.32% and female literacy at 55.06%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 16.
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 | 402 | 218 | 184 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Literate Population | 251 | 164 | 87 |
| Illiterate Population | 151 | 54 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Droundi
Droundi 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 Droundi
Droundi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Doda to Droundi is about 21 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Droundi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Droundi 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 Droundi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Droundi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Droundi
Where is Droundi located?
Droundi village is located in Bhalla Tehsil, Doda district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Droundi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Droundi is Shangroo.
What is the pincode of Droundi?
The pincode of Droundi is 182201.
What is the population of Droundi?
Droundi had a total population of 402, including 218 males and 184 females.
How many households are there in Droundi?
Droundi had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Droundi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Droundi was 72.13%. Male literacy was 86.32% and female literacy was 55.06%.