Darima - Ramgarh, Nainital
Darima is a village situated in the Ramgarh tehsil of Nainital district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Nainital and around 60 km from Nainital. Darima village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darima is 054732. The village covers a total geographical area of 778.42 hectares and falls under the 263158 pincode. Bhowali is the nearest town, located about 25 km away.
Darima village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ramnagar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darima
According to the 2011 Census, Darima village had a total population of 2,173 people, including 1,094 males and 1,079 females, living in 407 households. The sex ratio was 986 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.87%, with male literacy at 94.58% and female literacy at 83.19%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 844.
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 | 2,173 | 1,094 | 1,079 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 286 | 153 | 133 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 844 | 418 | 426 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,677 | 890 | 787 |
| Illiterate Population | 496 | 204 | 292 |
Nearby Villages of Darima
Darima 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 Darima
Darima is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van 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 Bhowali to Darima is about 25 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Nainital to Darima is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darima
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darima 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darima
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darima 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 Darima
Where is Darima located?
Darima village is located in Ramgarh Tehsil, Nainital district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darima?
Darima is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darima?
The pincode of Darima is 263158.
What is the population of Darima?
Darima had a total population of 2,173, including 1,094 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Darima?
Darima had 407 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darima was 88.87%. Male literacy was 94.58% and female literacy was 83.19%.