Darsing - Dugnakuri, Bageshwar
Darsing is a village situated in the Dugnakuri tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from Bageshwar and around 35 km from Bageshwar. Darsingh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darsing village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darsing is 050887. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.68 hectares and falls under the 263634 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Darsing village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bageshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darsing
According to the 2011 Census, Darsing village had a total population of 216 people, including 104 males and 112 females, living in 52 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 87.78%, with male literacy at 92.68% and female literacy at 83.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 68.
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 | 216 | 104 | 112 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 35 | 33 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 158 | 76 | 82 |
| Illiterate Population | 58 | 28 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Darsing
Darsing 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 Darsing
Darsing is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bageshwar to Darsing is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darsing
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darsing village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within <1 km |
| ATM | No | Available within <1 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Darsing
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darsing 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 Darsing
Where is Darsing located?
Darsing village is located in Dugnakuri Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darsing?
The Gram Panchayat of Darsing is Darsingh.
What is the pincode of Darsing?
The pincode of Darsing is 263634.
What is the population of Darsing?
Darsing had a total population of 216, including 104 males and 112 females.
How many households are there in Darsing?
Darsing had 52 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darsing?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darsing was 87.78%. Male literacy was 92.68% and female literacy was 83.67%.