Darshani - Garud, Bageshwar
Darshani is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 25 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Darshani village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darshani is 051430. The village covers a total geographical area of 65.59 hectares and falls under the 263641 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Darshani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Darshani
According to the 2011 Census, Darshani village had a total population of 818 people, including 406 males and 412 females, living in 192 households. The sex ratio was 1,015 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.30%, with male literacy at 91.59% and female literacy at 73.57%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 185, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 14.
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 | 818 | 406 | 412 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 106 | 61 | 45 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 185 | 87 | 98 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 14 | 7 | 7 |
| Literate Population | 586 | 316 | 270 |
| Illiterate Population | 232 | 90 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Darshani
Darshani 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 Darshani
Public transport in the Darshani is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Bageshwar to Darshani is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darshani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darshani 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 Darshani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darshani 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 Darshani
Where is Darshani located?
Darshani village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darshani?
Darshani is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darshani?
The pincode of Darshani is 263641.
What is the population of Darshani?
Darshani had a total population of 818, including 406 males and 412 females.
How many households are there in Darshani?
Darshani had 192 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darshani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darshani was 82.30%. Male literacy was 91.59% and female literacy was 73.57%.