Darka - Aalo Hq, West Siang
Darka is a village situated in the Aalo Hq circle of West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from Aalo and around 6 km from Aalo. Darka -i serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darka village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darka is 263605. The village falls under the 791001 pincode.
Darka village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darka
According to the 2011 Census, Darka village had a total population of 1,087 people, including 524 males and 563 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 1,074 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 45.22%, with male literacy at 51.18% and female literacy at 39.72%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,069.
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 | 1,087 | 524 | 563 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 114 | 57 | 57 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,069 | 516 | 553 |
| Literate Population | 440 | 239 | 201 |
| Illiterate Population | 647 | 285 | 362 |
Nearby Villages of Darka
Darka 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 Darka
Darka is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Aalo to Darka is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darka
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darka 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 Darka
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darka 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 Darka
Where is Darka located?
Darka village is located in Aalo Hq Circle, West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darka?
The Gram Panchayat of Darka is Darka -i.
What is the pincode of Darka?
The pincode of Darka is 791001.
What is the population of Darka?
Darka had a total population of 1,087, including 524 males and 563 females.
How many households are there in Darka?
Darka had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darka?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darka was 45.22%. Male literacy was 51.18% and female literacy was 39.72%.