Dranghar - Kalakote, Rajouri
Dranghar is a village situated in the Kalakote tehsil of Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kala Kote and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Rajouri. Panar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dranghar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dranghar is 001545. The village covers a total geographical area of 163.5 hectares and falls under the 185201 pincode. Sunderbani is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Dranghar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Dranghar
As per Census 2011, Dranghar village has a total population of 339 people, consisting of 168 males and 171 females. The village has 78 households and a sex ratio of 1,017 females per 1,000 males. There are 60 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 185 literate and 154 illiterate residents. Additionally, 227 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 92 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Dranghar are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | 168 | 171 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 60 | 32 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 227 | 111 | 116 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 92 | 46 | 46 |
| Literate Population | 185 | 100 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 154 | 68 | 86 |
Nearby Villages of Dranghar
Dranghar 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 Dranghar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dranghar.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Sunderbani to Dranghar is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Rajouri to Dranghar is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dranghar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dranghar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dranghar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dranghar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Dranghar
Where is Dranghar located?
Dranghar village is located in Kalakote Tehsil, Rajouri district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dranghar?
The Gram Panchayat of Dranghar is Panar.
What is the pincode of Dranghar?
The pincode of Dranghar is 185201.
What is the population of Dranghar?
Dranghar has a total population of 339, including 168 males and 171 females.
How many households are there in Dranghar?
There are 78 households in Dranghar.
What is the literacy rate in Dranghar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dranghar is 54.57%. Male literacy is 59.52% and female literacy is 49.71%.