Darpa - Sarkaghat, Mandi
Darpa is a village situated in the Sarkaghat tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. Darpa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darpa is 013923. The village covers a total geographical area of 37.58 hectares and falls under the 175042 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Darpa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dharampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Hamirpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darpa
As per Census 2011, Darpa village has a total population of 311 people, consisting of 149 males and 162 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,087 females per 1,000 males. There are 34 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 246 literate and 65 illiterate residents. Additionally, 28 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darpa are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 311 | 149 | 162 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 34 | 17 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 14 | 14 |
| Literate Population | 246 | 121 | 125 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 28 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Darpa
Darpa 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 Darpa
Darpa 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Mandi to Darpa is about 60 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 Darpa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darpa 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darpa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darpa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darpa
Where is Darpa located?
Darpa village is located in Sarkaghat Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darpa?
Darpa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darpa?
The pincode of Darpa is 175042.
What is the population of Darpa?
Darpa has a total population of 311, including 149 males and 162 females.
How many households are there in Darpa?
There are 79 households in Darpa.
What is the literacy rate in Darpa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darpa is 79.10%. Male literacy is 81.21% and female literacy is 77.16%.