Darena - Rajgarh, Sirmaur
Darena is a village situated in the Rajgarh tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Neri Kotli serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darena village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darena is 022607. The village covers a total geographical area of 105 hectares and falls under the 173101 pincode. Rajgarh is the nearest town.
Darena village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pachhad Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darena
According to the 2011 Census, Darena village had a total population of 172 people, including 88 males and 84 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 955 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 97.84%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 95.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 40.
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 | 172 | 88 | 84 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 20 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 136 | 68 | 68 |
| Illiterate Population | 36 | 20 | 16 |
Nearby Villages of Darena
Darena 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 Darena
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darena.
| 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 Nahan to Darena is about 117 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darena
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darena village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darena
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darena village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darena
Where is Darena located?
Darena village is located in Rajgarh Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darena?
The Gram Panchayat of Darena is Neri Kotli.
What is the pincode of Darena?
The pincode of Darena is 173101.
What is the population of Darena?
Darena had a total population of 172, including 88 males and 84 females.
How many households are there in Darena?
Darena had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darena?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darena was 97.84%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 95.77%.