Draklarn - Rajpora, Pulwama
Draklarn is a village situated in the Rajpora tehsil of Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 30 km from Pulwama and around 30 km from Pulwama. Draklaran serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Draklarn village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Draklarn is 003240. The village covers a total geographical area of 136.38 hectares and falls under the 193306 pincode. Pulwama is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Draklarn village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Draklarn
According to the 2011 Census, Draklarn village had a total population of 1,324 people, including 677 males and 647 females, living in 194 households. The sex ratio was 956 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 48.20%, with male literacy at 58.84% and female literacy at 37.36%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 466.
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 | 1,324 | 677 | 647 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 405 | 213 | 192 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 466 | 248 | 218 |
| Literate Population | 443 | 273 | 170 |
| Illiterate Population | 881 | 404 | 477 |
Nearby Villages of Draklarn
Draklarn 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 Draklarn
Draklarn is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Pulwama to Draklarn is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Draklarn
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Draklarn village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Draklarn
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Draklarn village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Draklarn
Where is Draklarn located?
Draklarn village is located in Rajpora Tehsil, Pulwama district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Draklarn?
The Halqa Panchayat of Draklarn is Draklaran.
What is the pincode of Draklarn?
The pincode of Draklarn is 193306.
What is the population of Draklarn?
Draklarn had a total population of 1,324, including 677 males and 647 females.
How many households are there in Draklarn?
Draklarn had 194 households.
What is the literacy rate in Draklarn?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Draklarn was 48.20%. Male literacy was 58.84% and female literacy was 37.36%.