Darkua Bangla - Dhar Kalan, Pathankot
Darkua Bangla is a village situated in the Dhar Kalan tehsil of Pathankot district, Punjab. It is located approximately 28 km from Dhar Kalan and around 96 km from Gurdaspur. Darkua Bangla village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darkua Bangla is 027375. The village covers a total geographical area of 449 hectares and falls under the 145022 pincode. Pathankot is the nearest town.
Darkua Bangla 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 Darkua Bangla
According to the 2011 Census, Darkua Bangla village had a total population of 422 people, including 222 males and 200 females, living in 80 households. The sex ratio was 901 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.18%, with male literacy at 83.94% and female literacy at 73.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 180.
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 | 422 | 222 | 200 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 57 | 29 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 180 | 98 | 82 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 289 | 162 | 127 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 60 | 73 |
Nearby Villages of Darkua Bangla
Darkua Bangla 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 Darkua Bangla
Public transport in the Darkua Bangla is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 1-2 km of Darkua Bangla.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Gurdaspur to Darkua Bangla is about 96 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darkua Bangla
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darkua Bangla village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darkua Bangla
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darkua Bangla 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darkua Bangla
Where is Darkua Bangla located?
Darkua Bangla village is located in Dhar Kalan Tehsil, Pathankot district, Punjab, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darkua Bangla?
Darkua Bangla is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darkua Bangla?
The pincode of Darkua Bangla is 145022.
What is the population of Darkua Bangla?
Darkua Bangla had a total population of 422, including 222 males and 200 females.
How many households are there in Darkua Bangla?
Darkua Bangla had 80 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darkua Bangla?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darkua Bangla was 79.18%. Male literacy was 83.94% and female literacy was 73.84%.