Darshal - Taklech, Shimla
Darshal is a village situated in the Taklech tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 125 km from Shimla. Taklech serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darshal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darshal is 023668. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.12 hectares and falls under the 172022 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Darshal 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 Darshal
According to the 2011 Census, Darshal village had a total population of 349 people, including 180 males and 169 females, living in 68 households. The sex ratio was 939 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 66.56%, with male literacy at 74.69% and female literacy at 57.72%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 119, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 58.
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 | 349 | 180 | 169 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 38 | 18 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 119 | 66 | 53 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 58 | 31 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 207 | 121 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 142 | 59 | 83 |
Nearby Villages of Darshal
Darshal 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 Darshal
Darshal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Darshal is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darshal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darshal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darshal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darshal village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darshal
Where is Darshal located?
Darshal village is located in Taklech Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darshal?
The Gram Panchayat of Darshal is Taklech.
What is the pincode of Darshal?
The pincode of Darshal is 172022.
What is the population of Darshal?
Darshal had a total population of 349, including 180 males and 169 females.
How many households are there in Darshal?
Darshal had 68 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darshal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darshal was 66.56%. Male literacy was 74.69% and female literacy was 57.72%.