Darshai - Rampur, Shimla
Darshai is a village situated in the Rampur tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Racholi serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darshai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darshai is 023599. The village covers a total geographical area of 213 hectares and falls under the 172001 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Darshai 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 Darshai
According to the 2011 Census, Darshai village had a total population of 274 people, including 143 males and 131 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.27%, with male literacy at 89.39% and female literacy at 76.47%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 41.
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 | 274 | 143 | 131 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 41 | 22 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 209 | 118 | 91 |
| Illiterate Population | 65 | 25 | 40 |
Nearby Villages of Darshai
Darshai 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 Darshai
Darshai 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 Darshai is about 140 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darshai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darshai 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 Darshai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darshai 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darshai
Where is Darshai located?
Darshai village is located in Rampur Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darshai?
The Gram Panchayat of Darshai is Racholi.
What is the pincode of Darshai?
The pincode of Darshai is 172001.
What is the population of Darshai?
Darshai had a total population of 274, including 143 males and 131 females.
How many households are there in Darshai?
Darshai had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darshai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darshai was 83.27%. Male literacy was 89.39% and female literacy was 76.47%.