Darmi - Joshimath, Chamoli
Darmi is a village situated in the Joshimath tehsil of Chamoli district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Joshimath and around 95 km from the district headquarters in Gopeshwar. Ganai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darmi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmi is 040847. The village covers a total geographical area of 95.03 hectares and falls under the 246472 pincode. Joshimath is the nearest town, located about 28 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 95 people, including 51 males and 44 females, living in 19 households. The sex ratio was 863 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.25%, with male literacy at 88.37% and female literacy at 51.35%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 14.
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 | 95 | 51 | 44 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 14 | 8 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 57 | 38 | 19 |
| Illiterate Population | 38 | 13 | 25 |
Nearby Villages of Darmi
Darmi 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 Darmi
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Darmi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Joshimath to Darmi is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gopeshwar to Darmi is about 95 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.7 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 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 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 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Darmi
Where is Darmi located?
Darmi village is located in Joshimath Tehsil, Chamoli district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darmi?
The Gram Panchayat of Darmi is Ganai.
What is the pincode of Darmi?
The pincode of Darmi is 246472.
What is the population of Darmi?
Darmi had a total population of 95, including 51 males and 44 females.
How many households are there in Darmi?
Darmi had 19 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darmi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmi was 71.25%. Male literacy was 88.37% and female literacy was 51.35%.