Darmar - Dwarahat, Almora
Darmar is a village situated in the Dwarahat tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dwarahat and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Darmar village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmar is 052771. The village covers a total geographical area of 121.8 hectares and falls under the 263653 pincode. Dwarahat is the nearest town, located about 15 km away.
Darmar 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 Dwarahat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darmar
According to the 2011 Census, Darmar village had a total population of 311 people, including 135 males and 176 females, living in 69 households. The sex ratio was 1,304 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.37%, with male literacy at 94.07% and female literacy at 79.29%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 91.
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 | 311 | 135 | 176 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 24 | 17 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 91 | 47 | 44 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 245 | 111 | 134 |
| Illiterate Population | 66 | 24 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Darmar
Darmar 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 Darmar
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darmar.
| 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 Dwarahat to Darmar is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Darmar is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darmar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darmar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmar 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Darmar
Where is Darmar located?
Darmar village is located in Dwarahat Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darmar?
Darmar is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darmar?
The pincode of Darmar is 263653.
What is the population of Darmar?
Darmar had a total population of 311, including 135 males and 176 females.
How many households are there in Darmar?
Darmar had 69 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darmar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmar was 85.37%. Male literacy was 94.07% and female literacy was 79.29%.