Darbar Balson - Deha, Shimla
Darbar Balson is a village situated in the Deha tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 72 km from Shimla. Ghodna serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darbar Balson village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darbar Balson is 025347. The village covers a total geographical area of 132 hectares and falls under the 171220 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Darbar Balson village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darbar Balson
According to the 2011 Census, Darbar Balson village had a total population of 314 people, including 166 males and 148 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 892 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.09%, with male literacy at 94.33% and female literacy at 75.37%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 100.
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 | 314 | 166 | 148 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 39 | 25 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 100 | 54 | 46 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 234 | 133 | 101 |
| Illiterate Population | 80 | 33 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Darbar Balson
Darbar Balson 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 Darbar Balson
Darbar Balson 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 Shimla to Darbar Balson is about 72 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.1 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darbar Balson
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darbar Balson 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darbar Balson
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darbar Balson village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darbar Balson
Where is Darbar Balson located?
Darbar Balson village is located in Deha Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darbar Balson?
The Gram Panchayat of Darbar Balson is Ghodna.
What is the pincode of Darbar Balson?
The pincode of Darbar Balson is 171220.
What is the population of Darbar Balson?
Darbar Balson had a total population of 314, including 166 males and 148 females.
How many households are there in Darbar Balson?
Darbar Balson had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darbar Balson?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darbar Balson was 85.09%. Male literacy was 94.33% and female literacy was 75.37%.