Darwakot - Dhami, Shimla
Darwakot is a village situated in the Dhami tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 57 km from Shimla. Chanawag serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darwakot village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwakot is 024001. The village covers a total geographical area of 20.83 hectares and falls under the 171103 pincode. Seoni is the nearest town.
Darwakot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shimla Rural Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darwakot
According to the 2011 Census, Darwakot village had a total population of 21 people, including 11 males and 10 females, living in 3 households. The sex ratio was 909 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.12%, with male literacy at 88.89% and female literacy at 100.00%.
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 | 21 | 11 | 10 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 5 | 3 | 2 |
Nearby Villages of Darwakot
Darwakot 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 Darwakot
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darwakot.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Shimla to Darwakot is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darwakot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwakot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darwakot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwakot village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darwakot
Where is Darwakot located?
Darwakot village is located in Dhami Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darwakot?
The Gram Panchayat of Darwakot is Chanawag.
What is the pincode of Darwakot?
The pincode of Darwakot is 171103.
What is the population of Darwakot?
Darwakot had a total population of 21, including 11 males and 10 females.
How many households are there in Darwakot?
Darwakot had 3 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darwakot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwakot was 94.12%. Male literacy was 88.89% and female literacy was 100.00%.