Daran - Rampur, Shimla
Daran is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Dofda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daran village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daran is 023593. The village covers a total geographical area of 587 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Daran village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Daran
According to the 2011 Census, Daran village had a total population of 363 people, including 206 males and 157 females, living in 70 households. The sex ratio was 762 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.26%, with male literacy at 85.03% and female literacy at 78.57%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 2.
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 | 363 | 206 | 157 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Literate Population | 269 | 159 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 94 | 47 | 47 |
Nearby Villages of Daran
Daran 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 Daran
Daran 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 Daran is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daran
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daran village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daran
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daran village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Daran
Where is Daran located?
Daran village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daran?
The Gram Panchayat of Daran is Dofda.
What is the pincode of Daran?
The pincode of Daran is 172001.
What is the population of Daran?
Daran had a total population of 363, including 206 males and 157 females.
How many households are there in Daran?
Daran had 70 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daran?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daran was 82.26%. Male literacy was 85.03% and female literacy was 78.57%.