Darbu - Dirang Adc, West Kameng
Darbu is a village situated in the Dirang Adc circle of West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Dirang and around 23 km from Bomdila. Darbu village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbu is 261690. The village falls under the 790101 pincode. Dirang Hq is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Darbu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darbu
As per Census 2011, Darbu village has a total population of 346 people, consisting of 158 males and 188 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 1,189 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 77 literate and 269 illiterate residents. Additionally, 292 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darbu are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 346 | 158 | 188 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 27 | 45 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 132 | 160 |
| Literate Population | 77 | 44 | 33 |
| Illiterate Population | 269 | 114 | 155 |
Nearby Villages of Darbu
Darbu 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 Darbu
Darbu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dirang Hq to Darbu is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Bomdila to Darbu is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darbu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbu 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 Darbu
Where is Darbu located?
Darbu village is located in Dirang Adc Circle, West Kameng district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darbu?
Darbu is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darbu?
The pincode of Darbu is 790101.
What is the population of Darbu?
Darbu has a total population of 346, including 158 males and 188 females.
How many households are there in Darbu?
There are 75 households in Darbu.
What is the literacy rate in Darbu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbu is 22.25%. Male literacy is 27.85% and female literacy is 17.55%.