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
As per Census 2011, Darwin village has a total population of 997 people, consisting of 449 males and 548 females. The village has 184 households and a sex ratio of 1,220 females per 1,000 males. There are 172 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 564 literate and 433 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 488 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darwin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 997 | 449 | 548 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 172 | 74 | 98 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | - | 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 has a total population of 997, including 449 males and 548 females.
How many households are there in Darwin?
There are 184 households in Darwin.
What is the literacy rate in Darwin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwin is 56.57%. Male literacy is 67.26% and female literacy is 47.81%.