Darsali - Mangrol, Junagadh
Darsali is a village situated in the Mangrol taluka of Junagadh district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 22 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mangrol and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Junagadh. Darsali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darsali is 514798. The village covers a total geographical area of 1201.63 hectares and falls under the 362245 pincode. Keshod is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darsali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Keshod Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Porbandar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darsali
As per Census 2011, Darsali village has a total population of 1,618 people, consisting of 814 males and 804 females. The village has 327 households and a sex ratio of 987 females per 1,000 males. There are 179 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,125 literate and 493 illiterate residents. Additionally, 123 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 52 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darsali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,618 | 814 | 804 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 90 | 89 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 123 | 59 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 52 | 28 | 24 |
| Literate Population | 1,125 | 632 | 493 |
| Illiterate Population | 493 | 182 | 311 |
Nearby Villages of Darsali
Darsali 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 Darsali
Darsali is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darsali.
| 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 Keshod to Darsali is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Junagadh to Darsali is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darsali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darsali 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darsali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darsali village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darsali
Where is Darsali located?
Darsali village is located in Mangrol Taluka, Junagadh district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darsali?
Darsali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darsali?
The pincode of Darsali is 362245.
What is the population of Darsali?
Darsali has a total population of 1,618, including 814 males and 804 females.
How many households are there in Darsali?
There are 327 households in Darsali.
What is the literacy rate in Darsali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darsali is 69.53%. Male literacy is 77.64% and female literacy is 61.32%.