Darnambal - Sopore, Baramulla
Darnambal is a village situated in the Sopore tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 3 km from Sopore and around 25 km from Baramulla. Darnambal village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darnambal is 002215. The village covers a total geographical area of 439.1 hectares and falls under the 193201 pincode. Sopore is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Darnambal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sopore Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darnambal
According to the 2011 Census, Darnambal village had a total population of 2,028 people, including 1,097 males and 931 females, living in 291 households. The sex ratio was 849 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 69.95%, with male literacy at 81.02% and female literacy at 56.63%.
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 | 2,028 | 1,097 | 931 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 264 | 133 | 131 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,234 | 781 | 453 |
| Illiterate Population | 794 | 316 | 478 |
Nearby Villages of Darnambal
Darnambal 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 Darnambal
Darnambal is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within 2-5 km of Darnambal.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 2-5 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Sopore to Darnambal is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Darnambal is about 25 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darnambal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darnambal village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darnambal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darnambal 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darnambal
Where is Darnambal located?
Darnambal village is located in Sopore Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darnambal?
Darnambal is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darnambal?
The pincode of Darnambal is 193201.
What is the population of Darnambal?
Darnambal had a total population of 2,028, including 1,097 males and 931 females.
How many households are there in Darnambal?
Darnambal had 291 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darnambal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darnambal was 69.95%. Male literacy was 81.02% and female literacy was 56.63%.