Darma - Bangapani, Pithoragarh
Darma is a village situated in the Bangapani tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 40 km from Munsiari and around 100 km from Pithoragarh. Darma Aalam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darma village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darma is 048875. The village covers a total geographical area of 621.14 hectares and falls under the 262555 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Darma village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darma
As per Census 2011, Darma village has a total population of 276 people, consisting of 123 males and 153 females. The village has 64 households and a sex ratio of 1,243 females per 1,000 males. There are 22 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 187 literate and 89 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darma are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 276 | 123 | 153 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 14 | 8 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 187 | 102 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 89 | 21 | 68 |
Nearby Villages of Darma
Darma 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 Darma
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darma.
| 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 Didihat to Darma is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Darma is about 100 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darma
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darma 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darma
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darma 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 Darma
Where is Darma located?
Darma village is located in Bangapani Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darma?
The Gram Panchayat of Darma is Darma Aalam.
What is the pincode of Darma?
The pincode of Darma is 262555.
What is the population of Darma?
Darma has a total population of 276, including 123 males and 153 females.
How many households are there in Darma?
There are 64 households in Darma.
What is the literacy rate in Darma?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darma is 67.75%. Male literacy is 82.93% and female literacy is 55.56%.