Darimkhet - Garud, Bageshwar
Darimkhet is a village situated in the Garud tehsil of Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 37 km from the tehsil headquarters in Garud and around 59 km from the district headquarters in Bageshwar. Chanishera serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darimkhet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darimkhet is 051351. The village covers a total geographical area of 119.476 hectares and falls under the 263635 pincode. Bageshwar is the nearest town, located about 59 km away.
Darimkhet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darimkhet
As per Census 2011, Darimkhet village has a total population of 411 people, consisting of 198 males and 213 females. The village has 79 households and a sex ratio of 1,075 females per 1,000 males. There are 62 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 294 literate and 117 illiterate residents. Additionally, 65 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darimkhet are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 411 | 198 | 213 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 62 | 37 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 65 | 33 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 294 | 155 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 43 | 74 |
Nearby Villages of Darimkhet
Darimkhet 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 Darimkhet
Darimkhet is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| 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 Bageshwar to Darimkhet is about 59 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darimkhet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darimkhet 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 Darimkhet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darimkhet village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darimkhet
Where is Darimkhet located?
Darimkhet village is located in Garud Tehsil, Bageshwar district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darimkhet?
The Gram Panchayat of Darimkhet is Chanishera.
What is the pincode of Darimkhet?
The pincode of Darimkhet is 263635.
What is the population of Darimkhet?
Darimkhet has a total population of 411, including 198 males and 213 females.
How many households are there in Darimkhet?
There are 79 households in Darimkhet.
What is the literacy rate in Darimkhet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darimkhet is 71.53%. Male literacy is 78.28% and female literacy is 65.26%.