Darkali (151/1) - Taklech, Shimla
Darkali (151/1) is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 173 km from Shimla. Darkali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darkali (151/1) village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darkali (151/1) is 023694. The village covers a total geographical area of 395.48 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Darkali (151/1) village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Darkali (151/1)
As per Census 2011, Darkali (151/1) village has a total population of 489 people, consisting of 266 males and 223 females. The village has 93 households and a sex ratio of 838 females per 1,000 males. There are 54 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 325 literate and 164 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 21 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darkali (151/1) are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 489 | 266 | 223 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 54 | 28 | 26 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 37 | 34 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 21 | 12 | 9 |
| Literate Population | 325 | 201 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 164 | 65 | 99 |
Nearby Villages of Darkali (151/1)
Darkali (151/1) 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 Darkali (151/1)
Public transport in the Darkali (151/1) is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Darkali (151/1) is about 173 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darkali (151/1)
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darkali (151/1) village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darkali (151/1)
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darkali (151/1) village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darkali (151/1)
Where is Darkali (151/1) located?
Darkali (151/1) village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darkali (151/1)?
The Gram Panchayat of Darkali (151/1) is Darkali.
What is the pincode of Darkali (151/1)?
The pincode of Darkali (151/1) is 172022.
What is the population of Darkali (151/1)?
Darkali (151/1) has a total population of 489, including 266 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Darkali (151/1)?
There are 93 households in Darkali (151/1).
What is the literacy rate in Darkali (151/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darkali (151/1) is 66.46%. Male literacy is 75.56% and female literacy is 55.61%.