Darwin - Dharwala, Chamba
Darwin is a village situated in the Dharwala tehsil of Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 19 km from Chamba. Darwin village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwin is 007836. The village covers a total geographical area of 425.32 hectares and falls under the 176311 pincode. Chamba is the nearest town.
Darwin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bharmour Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darwin
According to the 2011 Census, Darwin village had a total population of 997 people, including 449 males and 548 females, living in 184 households. The sex ratio was 1,220 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.36%, with male literacy at 80.53% and female literacy at 58.22%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 488.
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 | 997 | 449 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 74 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 488 | 222 | 266 |
| Literate Population | 564 | 302 | 262 |
| Illiterate Population | 433 | 147 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Darwin
Darwin 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 Darwin
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darwin.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Chamba to Darwin is about 19 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darwin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwin 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darwin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darwin
Where is Darwin located?
Darwin village is located in Dharwala Tehsil, Chamba district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwin?
Darwin is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darwin?
The pincode of Darwin is 176311.
What is the population of Darwin?
Darwin had a total population of 997, including 449 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Darwin?
Darwin had 184 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darwin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwin was 68.36%. Male literacy was 80.53% and female literacy was 58.22%.