Darang - Jawalamukhi, Kangra
Darang is a village situated in the Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh. Darang village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darang is 010533. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.23 hectares and falls under the 176031 pincode. Jawalamukhi is the nearest town.
Darang 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 Darang
According to the 2011 Census, Darang village had a total population of 1,378 people, including 680 males and 698 females, living in 300 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.46%, with male literacy at 88.08% and female literacy at 74.96%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 216.
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 | 1,378 | 680 | 698 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 216 | 105 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 993 | 532 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 148 | 237 |
Nearby Villages of Darang
Darang 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 Darang
Darang 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 Darang is about 61 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darang
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darang village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darang
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darang village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darang
Where is Darang located?
Darang village is located in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, Kangra district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darang?
Darang is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darang?
The pincode of Darang is 176031.
What is the population of Darang?
Darang had a total population of 1,378, including 680 males and 698 females.
How many households are there in Darang?
Darang had 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darang?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darang was 81.46%. Male literacy was 88.08% and female literacy was 74.96%.