Darban - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Darban is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 24 km from Dhar Kalan and around 92 km from Gurdaspur. Darbahan serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darban village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darban is 027374. The village covers a total geographical area of 543 hectares and falls under the 145022 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Darban village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sujanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gurdaspur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darban
According to the 2011 Census, Darban village had a total population of 527 people, including 282 males and 245 females, living in 103 households. The sex ratio was 869 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.70%, with male literacy at 70.59% and female literacy at 64.49%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 127.
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 | 527 | 282 | 245 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 75 | 44 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 127 | 63 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 306 | 168 | 138 |
| Illiterate Population | 221 | 114 | 107 |
Nearby Villages of Darban
Darban 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 Darban
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Darban.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Gurdaspur to Darban is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darban
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darban village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darban
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darban village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darban
Where is Darban located?
Darban village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darban?
The Gram Panchayat of Darban is Darbahan.
What is the pincode of Darban?
The pincode of Darban is 145022.
What is the population of Darban?
Darban had a total population of 527, including 282 males and 245 females.
How many households are there in Darban?
Darban had 103 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darban?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darban was 67.70%. Male literacy was 70.59% and female literacy was 64.49%.