Darola - Ghumarwin, Bilaspur
Darola is a village situated in the Ghumarwin tehsil of Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh. Sariyun Khas serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darola village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darola is 019060. The village covers a total geographical area of 29 hectares and falls under the 174003 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Darola village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bilaspur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darola
According to the 2011 Census, Darola village had a total population of 50 people, including 30 males and 20 females, living in 12 households. The sex ratio was 667 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.75%, with male literacy at 78.57% and female literacy at 55.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 30.
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 | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 30 | 19 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 33 | 22 | 11 |
| Illiterate Population | 17 | 8 | 9 |
Nearby Villages of Darola
Darola 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 Darola
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darola.
| 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 Darola is about 32 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 Darola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darola 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darola 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 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darola
Where is Darola located?
Darola village is located in Ghumarwin Tehsil, Bilaspur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darola?
The Gram Panchayat of Darola is Sariyun Khas.
What is the pincode of Darola?
The pincode of Darola is 174003.
What is the population of Darola?
Darola had a total population of 50, including 30 males and 20 females.
How many households are there in Darola?
Darola had 12 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darola was 68.75%. Male literacy was 78.57% and female literacy was 55.00%.