Darmi - Bhopalgarh, Jodhpur
Darmi is a village situated in the Bhopalgarh tehsil of Jodhpur district, Rajasthan. It is located approximately 21 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bhopalgarh and around 98 km from the district headquarters in Jodhpur. Rampura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmi is 084782. The village covers a total geographical area of 1366.45 hectares and falls under the 342901 pincode. Jodhpur is the nearest town, located about 98 km away.
Darmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bhopalgarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Pali Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darmi
As per Census 2011, Darmi village has a total population of 2,487 people, consisting of 1,283 males and 1,204 females. The village has 489 households and a sex ratio of 938 females per 1,000 males. There are 353 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,157 literate and 1,330 illiterate residents. Additionally, 587 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darmi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,487 | 1,283 | 1,204 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 353 | 194 | 159 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 587 | 303 | 284 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,157 | 783 | 374 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,330 | 500 | 830 |
Nearby Villages of Darmi
Darmi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Karwasaron Ki Dhani | South-East | 3.86 km |
| Barni Khurd | West | 3.99 km |
| Rampura | North-West | 4.97 km |
| Govindpura | North | 5.36 km |
| Shivnath Nagar | South | 5.53 km |
| Garasani | North | 5.59 km |
| Sangva Ki Dhani | South-East | 6.17 km |
| Barni Kalan | West | 6.26 km |
| Harsolao | East | 7.01 km |
| Dookiyo Ki Dhani | South-East | 7.54 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darmi
Darmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Gotan, while the nearest airport is Jodhpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jodhpur to Darmi is about 98 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.8 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Darmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darmi
Where is Darmi located?
Darmi village is located in Bhopalgarh Tehsil, Jodhpur district, Rajasthan, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darmi is Rampura.
What is the pincode of Darmi?
The pincode of Darmi is 342901.
What is the population of Darmi?
Darmi has a total population of 2,487, including 1,283 males and 1,204 females.
How many households are there in Darmi?
There are 489 households in Darmi.
What is the literacy rate in Darmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmi is 46.52%. Male literacy is 61.03% and female literacy is 31.06%.