Darwar - Tihra, Mandi
Darwar is a village situated in the Tihra tehsil of Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 81 km from Mandi. Darwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darwar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwar is 013831. The village covers a total geographical area of 185.59 hectares and falls under the 175025 pincode. Sarkaghat is the nearest town.
Darwar 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 Darwar
According to the 2011 Census, Darwar village had a total population of 539 people, including 247 males and 292 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 1,182 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.16%, with male literacy at 91.59% and female literacy at 76.56%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 28.
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 | 539 | 247 | 292 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 52 | 33 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 28 | 17 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 405 | 196 | 209 |
| Illiterate Population | 134 | 51 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Darwar
Darwar 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 Darwar
Darwar 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 | 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 Darwar is about 81 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darwar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwar 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darwar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darwar
Where is Darwar located?
Darwar village is located in Tihra Tehsil, Mandi district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwar?
The Gram Panchayat of Darwar is Darwad.
What is the pincode of Darwar?
The pincode of Darwar is 175025.
What is the population of Darwar?
Darwar had a total population of 539, including 247 males and 292 females.
How many households are there in Darwar?
Darwar had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darwar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwar was 83.16%. Male literacy was 91.59% and female literacy was 76.56%.