Darkhanda

Darkhanda is a village located in Chaubattakhal tehsil of Garhwal district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Chaubattakhal (tehsildar office) and 55km away from district headquarter Pauri. As per 2009 stats, Dhankhand is the gram panchayat of Darkhanda village.

Darkhanda has its own place in the vibrant Garhwal region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Darkhanda

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darkhanda is 048155. The village spans a total geographical area of 145.62 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 246162. Pauri is nearest town to Darkhanda village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 55km away.

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Population of Darkhanda

Below is a concise population overview of Darkhanda as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 334 142 192
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 35 19 16
Scheduled Castes (SC) 71 36 35
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 216 102 114
Illiterate Population 118 40 78

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darkhanda village:

  • The total population of Darkhanda village is around 334, including approximately 142 males and 192 females, with a sex ratio of 1352 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 35 children aged 0–6 years in Darkhanda village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Darkhanda village has 71 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Darkhanda village is about 64.67%, with male literacy at 71.83% and female literacy at 59.38%.
  • There are around 74 households in Darkhanda village.

Connectivity of Darkhanda

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darkhanda. As per the 2011 stats, Darkhanda had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Darkhanda

Knowing the nearby villages of Darkhanda helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darkhanda.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Darkhanda

Where is Darkhanda located?
Darkhanda village is situated in Chaubattakhal Tehsil, within the Garhwal district of Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darkhanda?
The Gram Panchayat of Darkhanda is Dhankhand (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Darkhanda?
The pincode of Darkhanda is 246162, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Darkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darkhanda is 334, with 142 males and 192 females.
How many households are there in Darkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Darkhanda village has a total of 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darkhanda as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darkhanda is 64.67%. The male literacy rate is 71.83%, while the female literacy rate is 59.38%.