Darah - Solan
Darah is a village situated in the Solan tehsil of Solan district, Himachal Pradesh. Jaunaji serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darah village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darah is 022137. The village covers a total geographical area of 16.54 hectares and falls under the 173212 pincode. Solan is the nearest town.
Darah village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Solan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darah
According to the 2011 Census, Darah village had a total population of 115 people, including 66 males and 49 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 742 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.00%, with male literacy at 92.98% and female literacy at 72.09%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 57.
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 | 115 | 66 | 49 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 9 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 57 | 32 | 25 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 84 | 53 | 31 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 13 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Darah
Darah 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 Darah
Darah is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Darah.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Solan to Darah is about 6 km, with the usual travel time around 15-30 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darah
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darah village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Darah
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darah village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darah
Where is Darah located?
Darah village is located in Solan Tehsil, Solan district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darah?
The Gram Panchayat of Darah is Jaunaji.
What is the pincode of Darah?
The pincode of Darah is 173212.
What is the population of Darah?
Darah had a total population of 115, including 66 males and 49 females.
How many households are there in Darah?
Darah had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darah?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darah was 84.00%. Male literacy was 92.98% and female literacy was 72.09%.