Darat - Krishangarh, Solan
Darat is a village situated in the Krishangarh tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Darwa serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darat village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darat is 021381. The village covers a total geographical area of 32 hectares and falls under the 173236 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Darat village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Doon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darat
As per Census 2011, Darat village has a total population of 24 people, consisting of 11 males and 13 females. The village has 4 households and a sex ratio of 1,181 females per 1,000 males. There are 2 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 18 literate and 6 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darat are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 24 | 11 | 13 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 1 | 3 |
| Literate Population | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Illiterate Population | 6 | 2 | 4 |
Nearby Villages of Darat
Darat 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 Darat
Darat is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Solan to Darat is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darat
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darat village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darat
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darat village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darat
Where is Darat located?
Darat village is located in Krishangarh Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darat?
The Gram Panchayat of Darat is Darwa.
What is the pincode of Darat?
The pincode of Darat is 173236.
What is the population of Darat?
Darat has a total population of 24, including 11 males and 13 females.
How many households are there in Darat?
There are 4 households in Darat.
What is the literacy rate in Darat?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darat is 75.00%. Male literacy is 81.82% and female literacy is 69.23%.