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
As per Census 2011, Drawesh Pind village has a total population of 1,891 people, consisting of 957 males and 934 females. The village has 381 households and a sex ratio of 975 females per 1,000 males. There are 193 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,210 literate and 681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,261 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Drawesh Pind are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 1,891, including 957 males and 934 females.
How many households are there in Drawesh Pind?
There are 381 households in Drawesh Pind.
What is the literacy rate in Drawesh Pind?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drawesh Pind is 63.99%. Male literacy is 67.50% and female literacy is 60.39%.