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
As per Census 2011, Darima village has a total population of 2,173 people, consisting of 1,094 males and 1,079 females. The village has 407 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 286 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,677 literate and 496 illiterate residents. Additionally, 844 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darima are given below:
| 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 |
| 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 has a total population of 2,173, including 1,094 males and 1,079 females.
How many households are there in Darima?
There are 407 households in Darima.
What is the literacy rate in Darima?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darima is 77.17%. Male literacy is 81.35% and female literacy is 72.94%.