Rambirpur (Drass) - Drass, Kargil
Rambirpur (Drass) 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. Drass serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Rambirpur (Drass) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rambirpur (Drass) is 001005. The village covers a total geographical area of 251.3 hectares and falls under the 194102 pincode. Kargil is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Rambirpur (Drass) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rambirpur (Drass)
According to the 2011 Census, Rambirpur (Drass) village had a total population of 8,397 people, including 7,758 males and 639 females, living in 404 households. The sex ratio was 82 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 96.87%, with male literacy at 98.31% and female literacy at 76.64%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,041.
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 | 8,397 | 7,758 | 639 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 196 | 105 | 91 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,041 | 528 | 513 |
| Literate Population | 7,944 | 7,524 | 420 |
| Illiterate Population | 453 | 234 | 219 |
Nearby Villages of Rambirpur (Drass)
Rambirpur (Drass) 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 Rambirpur (Drass)
Rambirpur (Drass) 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kargil to Rambirpur (Drass) 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 Rambirpur (Drass)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rambirpur (Drass) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rambirpur (Drass)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rambirpur (Drass) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Rambirpur (Drass)
Where is Rambirpur (Drass) located?
Rambirpur (Drass) village is located in Drass Tehsil, Kargil district, Ladakh, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Rambirpur (Drass)?
The Halqa Panchayat of Rambirpur (Drass) is Drass.
What is the pincode of Rambirpur (Drass)?
The pincode of Rambirpur (Drass) is 194102.
What is the population of Rambirpur (Drass)?
Rambirpur (Drass) had a total population of 8,397, including 7,758 males and 639 females.
How many households are there in Rambirpur (Drass)?
Rambirpur (Drass) had 404 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rambirpur (Drass)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rambirpur (Drass) was 96.87%. Male literacy was 98.31% and female literacy was 76.64%.