Darim Khola - Someshwar, Almora
Darim Khola is a village situated in the Someshwar tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Someshwar and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Darim Khola village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darim Khola is 053384. The village covers a total geographical area of 75.78 hectares and falls under the 263636 pincode. Almora is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Darim Khola 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 Darim Khola
According to the 2011 Census, Darim Khola village had a total population of 338 people, including 165 males and 173 females, living in 83 households. The sex ratio was 1,048 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 82.72%, with male literacy at 96.53% and female literacy at 70.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 110.
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 | 338 | 165 | 173 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 37 | 21 | 16 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 110 | 54 | 56 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 249 | 139 | 110 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 26 | 63 |
Nearby Villages of Darim Khola
Darim Khola 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 Darim Khola
Public transport in the Darim Khola is mainly available through bus 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 Darim Khola is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darim Khola
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darim Khola 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 | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darim Khola
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darim Khola village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darim Khola
Where is Darim Khola located?
Darim Khola village is located in Someshwar Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darim Khola?
Darim Khola is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darim Khola?
The pincode of Darim Khola is 263636.
What is the population of Darim Khola?
Darim Khola had a total population of 338, including 165 males and 173 females.
How many households are there in Darim Khola?
Darim Khola had 83 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darim Khola?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darim Khola was 82.72%. Male literacy was 96.53% and female literacy was 70.06%.