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)
According to the 2011 Census, Darkali (151/1) village had a total population of 489 people, including 266 males and 223 females, living in 93 households. The sex ratio was 838 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.71%, with male literacy at 84.45% and female literacy at 62.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 21.
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 | 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) had a total population of 489, including 266 males and 223 females.
How many households are there in Darkali (151/1)?
Darkali (151/1) had 93 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darkali (151/1)?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darkali (151/1) was 74.71%. Male literacy was 84.45% and female literacy was 62.94%.