Daro - Kumarsain, Shimla
Daro is a village situated in the Kumarsain tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 70 km from Shimla. Jadoon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daro village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daro is 023974. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.35 hectares and falls under the 172029 pincode. Narkanda is the nearest town.
Daro 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 Daro
According to the 2011 Census, Daro village had a total population of 116 people, including 62 males and 54 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 871 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.08%, with male literacy at 86.21% and female literacy at 77.08%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 10.
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 | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 87 | 50 | 37 |
| Illiterate Population | 29 | 12 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Daro
Daro 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 Daro
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Daro.
| 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 Daro is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daro
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daro 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 Daro
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daro 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daro
Where is Daro located?
Daro village is located in Kumarsain Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Daro?
The Gram Panchayat of Daro is Jadoon.
What is the pincode of Daro?
The pincode of Daro is 172029.
What is the population of Daro?
Daro had a total population of 116, including 62 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Daro?
Daro had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daro was 82.08%. Male literacy was 86.21% and female literacy was 77.08%.