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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Darb village has a total population of 391 people, consisting of 189 males and 202 females. The village has 89 households and a sex ratio of 1,068 females per 1,000 males. There are 55 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 275 literate and 116 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darb are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 391 | 189 | 202 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 55 | 28 | 27 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 63 | 62 |
| 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 has a total population of 391, including 189 males and 202 females.
How many households are there in Darb?
There are 89 households in Darb.
What is the literacy rate in Darb?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darb is 70.33%. Male literacy is 75.13% and female literacy is 65.84%.