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
According to the 2011 Census, Darla village had a total population of 728 people, including 378 males and 350 females, living in 152 households. The sex ratio was 926 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 86.73%, with male literacy at 89.70% and female literacy at 83.50%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 329, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 3.
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 | 728 | 378 | 350 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 48 | 47 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 329 | 171 | 158 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| 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 had a total population of 728, including 378 males and 350 females.
How many households are there in Darla?
Darla had 152 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darla was 86.73%. Male literacy was 89.70% and female literacy was 83.50%.