Darkoti - Makridi, Mandi
Darkoti is a village situated in the Makridi tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 71 km from Mandi. Drahal serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darkoti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darkoti is 013286. The village covers a total geographical area of 165.24 hectares and falls under the 175015 pincode. Jogindarnagar is the nearest town.
Darkoti village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jogindernagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darkoti
According to the 2011 Census, Darkoti village had a total population of 124 people, including 48 males and 76 females, living in 30 households. The sex ratio was 1,583 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.52%, with male literacy at 89.13% and female literacy at 68.12%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1.
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 | 124 | 48 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 2 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 41 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 7 | 29 |
Nearby Villages of Darkoti
Darkoti 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 Darkoti
Darkoti is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Darkoti.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Darkoti is about 71 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darkoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darkoti 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darkoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darkoti village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darkoti
Where is Darkoti located?
Darkoti village is located in Makridi Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darkoti?
The Gram Panchayat of Darkoti is Drahal.
What is the pincode of Darkoti?
The pincode of Darkoti is 175015.
What is the population of Darkoti?
Darkoti had a total population of 124, including 48 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Darkoti?
Darkoti had 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darkoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darkoti was 76.52%. Male literacy was 89.13% and female literacy was 68.12%.