Darmoli - Machhor, Almora
Darmoli is a village situated in the Machhor tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 96 km from Sult and around 122 km from Almora. Dungari serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darmoli village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmoli is 052232. The village covers a total geographical area of 30.77 hectares and falls under the 263680 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 81 km away.
Darmoli 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 Ranikhet Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darmoli
According to the 2011 Census, Darmoli village had a total population of 143 people, including 67 males and 76 females, living in 31 households. The sex ratio was 1,134 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 79.84%, with male literacy at 96.55% and female literacy at 65.15%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 99 | 56 | 43 |
| Illiterate Population | 44 | 11 | 33 |
Nearby Villages of Darmoli
Darmoli 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 Darmoli
Darmoli is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Ramnagar to Darmoli is about 81 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Darmoli is about 122 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darmoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmoli 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darmoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmoli village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darmoli
Where is Darmoli located?
Darmoli village is located in Machhor Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darmoli?
The Gram Panchayat of Darmoli is Dungari.
What is the pincode of Darmoli?
The pincode of Darmoli is 263680.
What is the population of Darmoli?
Darmoli had a total population of 143, including 67 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Darmoli?
Darmoli had 31 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darmoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmoli was 79.84%. Male literacy was 96.55% and female literacy was 65.15%.