Darbathu - Balh, Mandi
Darbathu is a village situated in the Balh tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 24 km from Mandi. Nalsar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darbathu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbathu is 014673. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.29 hectares and falls under the 175027 pincode. Mandi is the nearest town.
Darbathu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Balh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darbathu
According to the 2011 Census, Darbathu village had a total population of 961 people, including 469 males and 492 females, living in 205 households. The sex ratio was 1,049 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.07%, with male literacy at 90.36% and female literacy at 72.34%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 790.
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 | 961 | 469 | 492 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 105 | 54 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 790 | 388 | 402 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 694 | 375 | 319 |
| Illiterate Population | 267 | 94 | 173 |
Nearby Villages of Darbathu
Darbathu 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 Darbathu
Darbathu is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Darbathu is about 24 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbathu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbathu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Darbathu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbathu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darbathu
Where is Darbathu located?
Darbathu village is located in Balh Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darbathu?
The Gram Panchayat of Darbathu is Nalsar.
What is the pincode of Darbathu?
The pincode of Darbathu is 175027.
What is the population of Darbathu?
Darbathu had a total population of 961, including 469 males and 492 females.
How many households are there in Darbathu?
Darbathu had 205 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darbathu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbathu was 81.07%. Male literacy was 90.36% and female literacy was 72.34%.