Draka

Draka is a village located in Tapa tehsil of Barnala district in Punjab, India. It is situated 2km away from sub-district headquarter Tapa (tehsildar office) and 23km away from district headquarter Barnala. As per 2009 stats, Daraka is the gram panchayat of Draka village.

Draka has its own place in the vibrant Barnala region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Draka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Draka is 040055. The village spans a total geographical area of 383 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148108. Tapa is nearest town to Draka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Draka

Below is a concise population overview of Draka as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 2,193 1,139 1,054
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 262 148 114
Scheduled Castes (SC) 1,351 688 663
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,056 567 489
Illiterate Population 1,137 572 565

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Draka village:

  • The total population of Draka village is around 2,193, including approximately 1,139 males and 1,054 females, with a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 262 children aged 0–6 years in Draka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Draka village has 1,351 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Draka village is about 48.15%, with male literacy at 49.78% and female literacy at 46.39%.
  • There are around 407 households in Draka village.

Connectivity of Draka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Draka. As per the 2011 stats, Draka had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within <5 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Draka

Knowing the nearby villages of Draka helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Draka.

Khudi Khurd Dhilwan Patti Khatar Tappa Daraj Jaimal Singhwala Mauran Baloke Sandhu Kalan Nainewala

Frequently Asked Questions about Draka

Where is Draka located?
Draka village is situated in Tapa Tehsil, within the Barnala district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Draka?
The Gram Panchayat of Draka is Daraka (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Draka?
The pincode of Draka is 148108, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Draka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Draka is 2,193, with 1,139 males and 1,054 females.
How many households are there in Draka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Draka village has a total of 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Draka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Draka is 48.15%. The male literacy rate is 49.78%, while the female literacy rate is 46.39%.