Drou - Lamgada, Almora
Drou is a village situated in the Lamgada tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 27 km from Jainti and around 53 km from Almora. Do Ghoriya serves as the Gram Panchayat for Drou village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Drou is 053470. The village covers a total geographical area of 38.55 hectares and falls under the 263625 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 53 km away.
Drou village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Drou
As per Census 2011, Drou village has a total population of 86 people, consisting of 47 males and 39 females. The village has 21 households and a sex ratio of 829 females per 1,000 males. There are 1 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 9 illiterate residents.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Drou are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 86 | 47 | 39 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 9 | 1 | 8 |
Nearby Villages of Drou
Drou 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 Drou
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Drou.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Almora to Drou is about 53 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Drou
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Drou village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Drou
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Drou village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Drou
Where is Drou located?
Drou village is located in Lamgada Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Drou?
The Gram Panchayat of Drou is Do Ghoriya.
What is the pincode of Drou?
The pincode of Drou is 263625.
What is the population of Drou?
Drou has a total population of 86, including 47 males and 39 females.
How many households are there in Drou?
There are 21 households in Drou.
What is the literacy rate in Drou?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Drou is 89.53%. Male literacy is 97.87% and female literacy is 79.49%.