Darang
About Darang
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Darang village is 010533. Darang village is located in Jawalamukhi tehsil of Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 61km away from district headquarter Jawalamukhi. Jawalamukhi is the sub-district headquarter of Darang village. As per 2009 stats, Darang village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 84.23 hectares. Darang has a total population of 1,378 peoples, out of which male population is 680 while female population is 698. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 1026 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of darang village is 72.06% out of which 78.24% males and 66.05% females are literate. There are about 300 houses in darang village. Pincode of darang village locality is 176031.
When it comes to administration, Darang village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Darang village comes under Jawalamukhi Vidhan Sabha constituency & Kangra Lok Sabha constituency. Jawalamukhi is nearest town to darang village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Darang
The population details of Darang cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,378 | 680 | 698 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 159 | 76 | 83 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 216 | 105 | 111 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 993 | 532 | 461 |
| Illiterate Population | 385 | 148 | 237 |
Connectivity of Darang
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Darang
Where is Darang located?
Darang village is situated in Jawalamukhi Tehsil, within the Kangra district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darang?
Darang serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Darang?
The pincode of Darang is 176031, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Darang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darang is 1,378, with 680 males and 698 females.
How many households are there in Darang as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darang village has a total of 300 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darang as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darang is 72.06%. The male literacy rate is 78.24%, while the female literacy rate is 66.05%.