Darmi - Sult, Almora
Darmi is a village situated in the Sult tehsil of Almora district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sult and around 165 km from the district headquarters in Almora. Darmi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmi is 052101. The village covers a total geographical area of 140.64 hectares and falls under the 263676 pincode. Ramnagar is the nearest town, located about 65 km away.
Darmi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Darmi
According to the 2011 Census, Darmi village had a total population of 138 people, including 58 males and 80 females, living in 44 households. The sex ratio was 1,379 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 70.25%, with male literacy at 94.00% and female literacy at 53.52%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 4.
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 | 138 | 58 | 80 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 8 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 85 | 47 | 38 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 11 | 42 |
Nearby Villages of Darmi
Darmi 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kaphalta Malla | North-West | 0.72 km |
| Rampur | South | 1.29 km |
| Jhipa | East | 1.30 km |
| Kafalta Talla | North | 1.37 km |
| Pipana | South | 1.83 km |
| Katriya Malla | South-West | 1.88 km |
| Bunga | North-East | 1.89 km |
| Kaligaon | South-East | 2.14 km |
| Chanch | North-West | 2.15 km |
| Kaligarh | North | 2.21 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Darmi
Darmi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is Ramnagar, while the nearest airport is Pantnagar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 67.9 km.
| 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 Ramnagar to Darmi is about 65 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.9 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Almora to Darmi is about 165 km, with the usual travel time around ~4.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darmi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darmi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmi 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 Darmi
Where is Darmi located?
Darmi village is located in Sult Tehsil, Almora district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darmi?
Darmi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darmi?
The pincode of Darmi is 263676.
What is the population of Darmi?
Darmi had a total population of 138, including 58 males and 80 females.
How many households are there in Darmi?
Darmi had 44 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmi was 70.25%. Male literacy was 94.00% and female literacy was 53.52%.