Darla - Darlaghat, Solan
Darla is a village situated in the Darlaghat tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Darla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darla is 020394. The village covers a total geographical area of 64.9 hectares and falls under the 171102 pincode. Arki is the nearest town.
Darla village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Darla
As per Census 2011, Darla village has a total population of 728 people, consisting of 378 males and 350 females. The village has 152 households and a sex ratio of 925 females per 1,000 males. There are 95 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 549 literate and 179 illiterate residents. Additionally, 329 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darla are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 728 | 378 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | - |
| Literate Population | 549 | 296 | 253 |
| Illiterate Population | 179 | 82 | 97 |
Nearby Villages of Darla
Darla 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 Darla
Darla 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 Darla is about 80 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darla 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 Darla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darla village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Darla
Where is Darla located?
Darla village is located in Darlaghat Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darla?
Darla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darla?
The pincode of Darla is 171102.
What is the population of Darla?
Darla has a total population of 728, including 378 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Darla?
There are 152 households in Darla.
What is the literacy rate in Darla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darla is 75.41%. Male literacy is 78.31% and female literacy is 72.29%.