Drawesh Pind - Phagwara, Kapurthala
Drawesh Pind is a village situated in the Phagwara tehsil of Kapurthala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Phagwara and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Kapurthala . Darwesh Pind serves as the Gram Panchayat for Drawesh Pind village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drawesh Pind is 029666. The village covers a total geographical area of 569 hectares and falls under the 144402 pincode. Phagwara is the nearest town.
Drawesh Pind village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Phagwara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hoshiarpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Drawesh Pind
According to the 2011 Census, Drawesh Pind village had a total population of 1,891 people, including 957 males and 934 females, living in 381 households. The sex ratio was 976 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.26%, with male literacy at 75.38% and female literacy at 67.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1,261.
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 | 1,891 | 957 | 934 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 193 | 100 | 93 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,261 | 639 | 622 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,210 | 646 | 564 |
| Illiterate Population | 681 | 311 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Drawesh Pind
Drawesh Pind is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chak Daulatpur | North | 1.60 km |
| Kirpalpur | East | 1.73 km |
| Ucha Pind | South | 1.89 km |
| Sunran Rajputan | North-East | 1.91 km |
| Man | North-East | 2.74 km |
| Daduwal | West | 2.90 km |
| Jagatpur Jattan | South-East | 3.04 km |
| Salarpur | North | 3.11 km |
| Sarhali | South-West | 3.25 km |
| Atholi | North-East | 3.48 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Drawesh Pind
Drawesh Pind is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Phagwara Jn, while the nearest airport is Adampur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 22.7 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kapurthala to Drawesh Pind is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drawesh Pind
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drawesh Pind 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 Drawesh Pind
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drawesh Pind village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Drawesh Pind
Where is Drawesh Pind located?
Drawesh Pind village is located in Phagwara Tehsil, Kapurthala district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Drawesh Pind?
The Gram Panchayat of Drawesh Pind is Darwesh Pind.
What is the pincode of Drawesh Pind?
The pincode of Drawesh Pind is 144402.
What is the population of Drawesh Pind?
Drawesh Pind had a total population of 1,891, including 957 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Drawesh Pind?
Drawesh Pind had 381 households.
What is the literacy rate in Drawesh Pind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drawesh Pind was 71.26%. Male literacy was 75.38% and female literacy was 67.06%.