Darkoti
About Darkoti
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Darkoti village is 026262. Darkoti village is located in Kotkhai tehsil of Shimla district in Himachal Pradesh, India. It is situated 70km away from district headquarter Kotkhai. Kotkhai is the sub-district headquarter of Darkoti village. As per 2009 stats, Darkoti village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 63 hectares. Darkoti has a total population of 161 peoples, out of which male population is 83 while female population is 78. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 939 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of darkoti village is 75.16% out of which 86.75% males and 62.82% females are literate. There are about 30 houses in darkoti village. Pincode of darkoti village locality is 171202.
When it comes to administration, Darkoti village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Darkoti village comes under Jubbal-Kotkhai Vidhan Sabha constituency & Shimla Lok Sabha constituency. Kotkhai is nearest town to darkoti village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Darkoti
The population details of Darkoti cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 161 | 83 | 78 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 16 | 8 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 66 | 34 | 32 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 121 | 72 | 49 |
| Illiterate Population | 40 | 11 | 29 |
Connectivity of Darkoti
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Darkoti
Where is Darkoti located?
Darkoti village is situated in Kotkhai Tehsil, within the Shimla district of Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darkoti?
Darkoti serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Darkoti?
The pincode of Darkoti is 171202, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Darkoti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darkoti is 161, with 83 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Darkoti as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darkoti village has a total of 30 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darkoti as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darkoti is 75.16%. The male literacy rate is 86.75%, while the female literacy rate is 62.82%.