Darsimala - Dharmavaram, Sri Sathya Sai
Darsimala is a village situated in the Dharmavaram mandal of Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from Dharmavaram and around 54 km from Anantapur. Darsimala village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darsimala is 595162. The village covers a total geographical area of 3462 hectares and falls under the 515672 pincode. Dharmavaram is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Darsimala village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darsimala
As per Census 2011, Darsimala village has a total population of 3,591 people, consisting of 1,839 males and 1,752 females. The village has 896 households and a sex ratio of 952 females per 1,000 males. There are 422 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,701 literate and 1,890 illiterate residents. Additionally, 683 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 871 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darsimala are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,591 | 1,839 | 1,752 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 422 | 221 | 201 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 683 | 346 | 337 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 871 | 443 | 428 |
| Literate Population | 1,701 | 1,056 | 645 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,890 | 783 | 1,107 |
Nearby Villages of Darsimala
Darsimala 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Nelakota | South | 5.54 km |
| Ravulacheruvu | North-West | 5.88 km |
| Mukthapuram | East | 6.17 km |
| D.cherlopalle | North-East | 6.21 km |
| Mallakalva | West | 6.60 km |
| Sangala | North | 8.15 km |
| Buddareddipalle | South-East | 8.35 km |
| Obulapuram | North | 8.56 km |
| Elukuntla | South-East | 8.68 km |
| Chennarayapatnam | North | 9.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darsimala
Darsimala is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Chinnekuntapali, while the nearest airport is Kadapa Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 78.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dharmavaram to Darsimala is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Anantapur to Darsimala is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darsimala
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darsimala village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darsimala
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darsimala village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darsimala
Where is Darsimala located?
Darsimala village is located in Dharmavaram Mandal, Sri Sathya Sai district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darsimala?
Darsimala is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darsimala?
The pincode of Darsimala is 515672.
What is the population of Darsimala?
Darsimala has a total population of 3,591, including 1,839 males and 1,752 females.
How many households are there in Darsimala?
There are 896 households in Darsimala.
What is the literacy rate in Darsimala?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darsimala is 47.37%. Male literacy is 57.42% and female literacy is 36.82%.