Darahal - Bharari, Bilaspur
Darahal is a village situated in the Bharari tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Gahar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darahal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darahal is 019206. The village covers a total geographical area of 21 hectares and falls under the 174027 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Darahal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghumarwin Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darahal
According to the 2011 Census, Darahal village had a total population of 16 people, including 8 males and 8 females, living in 2 households. The sex ratio was 1,000 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.57%, with male literacy at 85.71% and female literacy at 71.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 6.
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 | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 6 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 2 | 3 |
Nearby Villages of Darahal
Darahal 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 Darahal
Darahal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Bilaspur to Darahal is about 35 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 Darahal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darahal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darahal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darahal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darahal
Where is Darahal located?
Darahal village is located in Bharari Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darahal?
The Gram Panchayat of Darahal is Gahar.
What is the pincode of Darahal?
The pincode of Darahal is 174027.
What is the population of Darahal?
Darahal had a total population of 16, including 8 males and 8 females.
How many households are there in Darahal?
Darahal had 2 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darahal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darahal was 78.57%. Male literacy was 85.71% and female literacy was 71.43%.