Darakasi - Tangmarg, Baramulla
Darakasi is a village situated in the Tangmarg tehsil of Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir. It is located approximately 10 km from Tagmarg and around 45 km from Baramulla. Gogaldara serves as the Halqa Panchayat for Darakasi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darakasi is 002695. The village covers a total geographical area of 196.7 hectares and falls under the 193402 pincode. Tangmarg is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darakasi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gulmarg Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Baramulla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darakasi
According to the 2011 Census, Darakasi village had a total population of 1,063 people, including 540 males and 523 females, living in 189 households. The sex ratio was 969 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 47.13%, with male literacy at 57.64% and female literacy at 36.34%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 611.
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 | 1,063 | 540 | 523 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 210 | 108 | 102 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 611 | 312 | 299 |
| Literate Population | 402 | 249 | 153 |
| Illiterate Population | 661 | 291 | 370 |
Nearby Villages of Darakasi
Darakasi 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 Darakasi
Public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the Darakasi.
| 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 Tangmarg to Darakasi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baramulla to Darakasi is about 45 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 Darakasi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darakasi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darakasi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darakasi 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) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darakasi
Where is Darakasi located?
Darakasi village is located in Tangmarg Tehsil, Baramulla district, Jammu And Kashmir, India.
What is the Halqa Panchayat of Darakasi?
The Halqa Panchayat of Darakasi is Gogaldara.
What is the pincode of Darakasi?
The pincode of Darakasi is 193402.
What is the population of Darakasi?
Darakasi had a total population of 1,063, including 540 males and 523 females.
How many households are there in Darakasi?
Darakasi had 189 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darakasi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darakasi was 47.13%. Male literacy was 57.64% and female literacy was 36.34%.