Darb - Jaswan, Kangra
Darb is a village situated in the Jaswan tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Bari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darb village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darb is 010624. The village covers a total geographical area of 185 hectares and falls under the 176501 pincode. Talwara is the nearest town.
Darb village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jaswan-Pragpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darb
According to the 2011 Census, Darb village had a total population of 391 people, including 189 males and 202 females, living in 89 households. The sex ratio was 1,069 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.85%, with male literacy at 88.20% and female literacy at 76.00%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125.
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 | 391 | 189 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 275 | 142 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 116 | 47 | 69 |
Nearby Villages of Darb
Darb 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 Darb
Public transport in the Darb is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Darb is about 106 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darb
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darb 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darb
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darb village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darb
Where is Darb located?
Darb village is located in Jaswan Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darb?
The Gram Panchayat of Darb is Bari.
What is the pincode of Darb?
The pincode of Darb is 176501.
What is the population of Darb?
Darb had a total population of 391, including 189 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Darb?
Darb had 89 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darb was 81.85%. Male literacy was 88.20% and female literacy was 76.00%.