Dalmoti - Ranikhet, Almora
Dalmoti is a village situated in the Ranikhet tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ranikhet and around 53 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Dalmoti village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dalmoti is 052309. The village covers a total geographical area of 53.92 hectares and falls under the 263652 pincode. Ranikhet is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Dalmoti 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 Someshwar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dalmoti
According to the 2011 Census, Dalmoti village had a total population of 187 people, including 84 males and 103 females, living in 46 households. The sex ratio was 1,226 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 81.48%, with male literacy at 89.19% and female literacy at 75.00%.
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 | 187 | 84 | 103 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 132 | 66 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 55 | 18 | 37 |
Nearby Villages of Dalmoti
Dalmoti 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Bhaisoli | South-East | 1.85 km |
| Diholi | South | 2.31 km |
| Sugar Khal | North-East | 2.66 km |
| Barkat Bag | West | 2.67 km |
| Kalanu | South | 3.02 km |
| Karkhet | North-East | 3.35 km |
| Kharkiya | South-East | 3.79 km |
| Dadgaliya | North | 3.86 km |
| Siwali | South | 4.11 km |
| Turkaura | North-East | 4.16 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Dalmoti
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Dalmoti. The nearest railway station is Kathgodam, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 56.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Ranikhet to Dalmoti is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Dalmoti is about 53 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dalmoti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dalmoti 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Dalmoti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dalmoti 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 Dalmoti
Where is Dalmoti located?
Dalmoti village is located in Ranikhet Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Dalmoti?
Dalmoti is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dalmoti?
The pincode of Dalmoti is 263652.
What is the population of Dalmoti?
Dalmoti had a total population of 187, including 84 males and 103 females.
How many households are there in Dalmoti?
Dalmoti had 46 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dalmoti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dalmoti was 81.48%. Male literacy was 89.19% and female literacy was 75.00%.