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 Sarpanch 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
As per Census 2011, Darmoli village has a total population of 143 people, consisting of 67 males and 76 females. The village has 31 households and a sex ratio of 1,134 females per 1,000 males. There are 19 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 99 literate and 44 illiterate residents. Additionally, 26 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darmoli are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 143 | 67 | 76 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 9 | 10 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| 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 has a total population of 143, including 67 males and 76 females.
How many households are there in Darmoli?
There are 31 households in Darmoli.
What is the literacy rate in Darmoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmoli is 69.23%. Male literacy is 83.58% and female literacy is 56.58%.