Dareota - Darlaghat, Solan
Dareota is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 68 km from Solan. Surajpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Dareota village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dareota is 020040. The village covers a total geographical area of 28.7 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Dareota village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Arki Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dareota
According to the 2011 Census, Dareota village had a total population of 68 people, including 36 males and 32 females, living in 18 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 94.92%, with male literacy at 96.67% and female literacy at 93.10%.
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 | 68 | 36 | 32 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 9 | 6 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 56 | 29 | 27 |
| Illiterate Population | 12 | 7 | 5 |
Nearby Villages of Dareota
Dareota 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 Dareota
Dareota 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 Solan to Dareota is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dareota
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dareota village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Dareota
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dareota 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Dareota
Where is Dareota located?
Dareota village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dareota?
The Gram Panchayat of Dareota is Surajpur.
What is the pincode of Dareota?
The pincode of Dareota is 171102.
What is the population of Dareota?
Dareota had a total population of 68, including 36 males and 32 females.
How many households are there in Dareota?
Dareota had 18 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dareota?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dareota was 94.92%. Male literacy was 96.67% and female literacy was 93.10%.