Drach - Rajpora, Pulwama
Drach is a village situated in the Rajpora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Pulwama and around 10 km from Pulwama. Arigam-b serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Drach village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drach is 003260. The village covers a total geographical area of 70 hectares and falls under the 193306 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Drach village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Drach
According to the 2011 Census, Drach village had a total population of 877 people, including 445 males and 432 females, living in 128 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 51.74%, with male literacy at 57.56% and female literacy at 46.13%.
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 | 877 | 445 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 243 | 134 | 109 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 328 | 179 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 549 | 266 | 283 |
Nearby Villages of Drach
Drach 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 Drach
Drach is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Drach.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulwama to Drach is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pulwama to Drach is about 10 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drach
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drach village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Drach
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drach 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 Drach
Where is Drach located?
Drach village is located in Rajpora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Drach?
The Halqa Panchayat of Drach is Arigam-b.
What is the pincode of Drach?
The pincode of Drach is 193306.
What is the population of Drach?
Drach had a total population of 877, including 445 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Drach?
Drach had 128 households.
What is the literacy rate in Drach?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drach was 51.74%. Male literacy was 57.56% and female literacy was 46.13%.