Darabal - Ronhat, Sirmaur
Darabal is a village situated in the Ronhat tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Drabil serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darabal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darabal is 023481. The village covers a total geographical area of 337 hectares and falls under the 173027 pincode. Paonta Sahib is the nearest town.
Darabal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Shillai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darabal
According to the 2011 Census, Darabal village had a total population of 966 people, including 534 males and 432 females, living in 134 households. The sex ratio was 809 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.62%, with male literacy at 81.82% and female literacy at 61.04%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 93.
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 | 966 | 534 | 432 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 72 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 93 | 50 | 43 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 602 | 378 | 224 |
| Illiterate Population | 364 | 156 | 208 |
Nearby Villages of Darabal
Darabal 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 Darabal
Darabal 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 Nahan to Darabal is about 130 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darabal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darabal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darabal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darabal 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darabal
Where is Darabal located?
Darabal village is located in Ronhat Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darabal?
The Gram Panchayat of Darabal is Drabil.
What is the pincode of Darabal?
The pincode of Darabal is 173027.
What is the population of Darabal?
Darabal had a total population of 966, including 534 males and 432 females.
How many households are there in Darabal?
Darabal had 134 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darabal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darabal was 72.62%. Male literacy was 81.82% and female literacy was 61.04%.