Darap
About Darap
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Darap village is 260995. Darap village is located in Gyalshing subdivision of West District district in Sikkim, India. It is situated 23km away from Gyalshing , which is both district & sub-district headquarter of Darap village. As per 2009 stats, Darap village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 565.1 hectares. Darap has a total population of 1,743 peoples, out of which male population is 901 while female population is 842. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 934 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of darap village is 68.67% out of which 75.47% males and 61.40% females are literate. There are about 333 houses in darap village. Pincode of darap village locality is 737113.
When it comes to administration, Darap village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Darap village comes under Yangthang Vidhan Sabha constituency & Sikkim Lok Sabha constituency. Gyalshing is nearest town to darap village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 23km away.
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Population of Darap
The population details of Darap cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,743 | 901 | 842 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 39 | 18 | 21 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | 1,325 | 694 | 631 |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 680 | 517 |
| Illiterate Population | 546 | 221 | 325 |
Connectivity of Darap
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within 10+ km distance |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Darap
Where is Darap located?
Darap village is situated in Gyalshing Subdivision, within the West District district of Sikkim, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darap?
Darap serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Darap?
The pincode of Darap is 737113, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Darap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darap is 1,743, with 901 males and 842 females.
How many households are there in Darap as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darap village has a total of 333 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darap as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darap is 68.67%. The male literacy rate is 75.47%, while the female literacy rate is 61.40%.