Darin - Bharoli, Kangra
Darin is a village situated in the Bharoli tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Dharmsala. Dareen serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darin village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darin is 010556. The village covers a total geographical area of 93.55 hectares and falls under the 176036 pincode. Nadaun is the nearest town.
Darin village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kangra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darin
As per Census 2011, Darin village has a total population of 275 people, consisting of 130 males and 145 females. The village has 56 households and a sex ratio of 1,115 females per 1,000 males. There are 38 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 211 literate and 64 illiterate residents. Additionally, 63 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darin are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 275 | 130 | 145 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 20 | 18 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 63 | 31 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 211 | 104 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 64 | 26 | 38 |
Nearby Villages of Darin
Darin 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 Darin
Darin is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Dharmsala to Darin is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darin
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darin village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darin
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darin village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darin
Where is Darin located?
Darin village is located in Bharoli Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darin?
The Gram Panchayat of Darin is Dareen.
What is the pincode of Darin?
The pincode of Darin is 176036.
What is the population of Darin?
Darin has a total population of 275, including 130 males and 145 females.
How many households are there in Darin?
There are 56 households in Darin.
What is the literacy rate in Darin?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darin is 76.73%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 73.79%.