Darimi - Jainti, Almora
Darimi is a village situated in the Jainti tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jainti and around 80 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Darimi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darimi is 053507. The village covers a total geographical area of 502.41 hectares and falls under the 263626 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 80 km away.
Darimi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Darimi
According to the 2011 Census, Darimi village had a total population of 722 people, including 330 males and 392 females, living in 163 households. The sex ratio was 1,188 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.74%, with male literacy at 82.70% and female literacy at 56.80%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 125, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 22.
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 | 722 | 330 | 392 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 95 | 41 | 54 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 125 | 61 | 64 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 22 | 9 | 13 |
| Literate Population | 431 | 239 | 192 |
| Illiterate Population | 291 | 91 | 200 |
Nearby Villages of Darimi
Darimi 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 Darimi
Darimi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Almora to Darimi is about 80 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darimi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darimi 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Darimi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darimi 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 Darimi
Where is Darimi located?
Darimi village is located in Jainti Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darimi?
Darimi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darimi?
The pincode of Darimi is 263626.
What is the population of Darimi?
Darimi had a total population of 722, including 330 males and 392 females.
How many households are there in Darimi?
Darimi had 163 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darimi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darimi was 68.74%. Male literacy was 82.70% and female literacy was 56.80%.