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
As per Census 2011, Daro village has a total population of 116 people, consisting of 62 males and 54 females. The village has 23 households and a sex ratio of 870 females per 1,000 males. There are 10 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 87 literate and 29 illiterate residents. Additionally, 10 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Daro are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 116 | 62 | 54 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 4 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| 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 has a total population of 116, including 62 males and 54 females.
How many households are there in Daro?
There are 23 households in Daro.
What is the literacy rate in Daro?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daro is 75.00%. Male literacy is 80.65% and female literacy is 68.52%.