Darwa - Rajpura, Patiala
Darwa is a village situated in the Rajpura tehsil of Patiala district, Punjab. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Rajpura and around 47 km from the district headquarters in Patiala. Darwa village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darwa is 036871. The village covers a total geographical area of 162 hectares and falls under the 140702 pincode. Ambala is the nearest town.
Darwa village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanaur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patiala Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darwa
According to the 2011 Census, Darwa village had a total population of 571 people, including 299 males and 272 females, living in 108 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.00%, with male literacy at 79.15% and female literacy at 64.32%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 184.
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 | 571 | 299 | 272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 71 | 40 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 184 | 90 | 94 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 360 | 205 | 155 |
| Illiterate Population | 211 | 94 | 117 |
Nearby Villages of Darwa
Darwa 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 Darwa
Darwa is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Darwa.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Patiala to Darwa is about 47 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 Darwa
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darwa village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darwa
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darwa village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darwa
Where is Darwa located?
Darwa village is located in Rajpura Tehsil, Patiala district, Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darwa?
Darwa is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darwa?
The pincode of Darwa is 140702.
What is the population of Darwa?
Darwa had a total population of 571, including 299 males and 272 females.
How many households are there in Darwa?
Darwa had 108 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darwa?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darwa was 72.00%. Male literacy was 79.15% and female literacy was 64.32%.