Darkahaul - Baldwara, Mandi
Darkahaul is a village situated in the Baldwara tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Kot serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darkahaul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darkahaul is 014177. The village covers a total geographical area of 51.09 hectares and falls under the 175034 pincode. Ghumarwin is the nearest town.
Darkahaul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sarkaghat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darkahaul
According to the 2011 Census, Darkahaul village had a total population of 288 people, including 142 males and 146 females, living in 65 households. The sex ratio was 1,028 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.42%, with male literacy at 94.57% and female literacy at 82.31%.
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 | 288 | 142 | 146 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 29 | 13 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 229 | 122 | 107 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 20 | 39 |
Nearby Villages of Darkahaul
Darkahaul 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 Darkahaul
Public transport in the Darkahaul 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 Mandi to Darkahaul is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darkahaul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darkahaul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darkahaul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darkahaul 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darkahaul
Where is Darkahaul located?
Darkahaul village is located in Baldwara Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darkahaul?
The Gram Panchayat of Darkahaul is Kot.
What is the pincode of Darkahaul?
The pincode of Darkahaul is 175034.
What is the population of Darkahaul?
Darkahaul had a total population of 288, including 142 males and 146 females.
How many households are there in Darkahaul?
Darkahaul had 65 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darkahaul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darkahaul was 88.42%. Male literacy was 94.57% and female literacy was 82.31%.