Pandrass - Drass, Kargil
Pandrass is a village situated in the Drass tehsil of Kargil district, Ladakh. It is located approximately 60 km from Kargil and around 60 km from Kargil. Pandrass village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Pandrass is 001008. The village covers a total geographical area of 61.9 hectares and falls under the 194102 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Pandrass village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Pandrass
According to the 2011 Census, Pandrass village had a total population of 731 people, including 390 males and 341 females, living in 109 households. The sex ratio was 874 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.06%, with male literacy at 92.90% and female literacy at 71.58%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 721.
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 | 731 | 390 | 341 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 129 | 66 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 721 | 386 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 500 | 301 | 199 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 89 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Pandrass
Pandrass 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 Pandrass
Pandrass is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Kargil to Pandrass is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Pandrass
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Pandrass village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Pandrass
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Pandrass village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Pandrass
Where is Pandrass located?
Pandrass village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Pandrass?
Pandrass is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Pandrass?
The pincode of Pandrass is 194102.
What is the population of Pandrass?
Pandrass had a total population of 731, including 390 males and 341 females.
How many households are there in Pandrass?
Pandrass had 109 households.
What is the literacy rate in Pandrass?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Pandrass was 83.06%. Male literacy was 92.90% and female literacy was 71.58%.