Darak - Darak Circle, West Siang
Darak is a village situated in the Darak Circle of West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 38 km from Aalo. Darak Camp serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darak village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darak is 263460. The village falls under the 791001 pincode.
Darak village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darak
According to the 2011 Census, Darak village had a total population of 268 people, including 126 males and 142 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 1,127 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.32%, with male literacy at 63.25% and female literacy at 51.94%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 251.
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 | 268 | 126 | 142 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 251 | 115 | 136 |
| Literate Population | 141 | 74 | 67 |
| Illiterate Population | 127 | 52 | 75 |
Nearby Villages of Darak
Darak 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 Darak
Darak is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Aalo to Darak is about 38 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darak
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darak 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 Darak
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darak village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Darak
Where is Darak located?
Darak village is located in Darak Circle Circle, West Siang district, Arunachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darak?
The Gram Panchayat of Darak is Darak Camp.
What is the pincode of Darak?
The pincode of Darak is 791001.
What is the population of Darak?
Darak had a total population of 268, including 126 males and 142 females.
How many households are there in Darak?
Darak had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darak?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darak was 57.32%. Male literacy was 63.25% and female literacy was 51.94%.