Darmet - Berinag, Pithoragarh
Darmet is a village situated in the Berinag tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Berinag and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Kamdina serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darmet village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmet is 049636. The village covers a total geographical area of 49.66 hectares and falls under the 262531 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 60 km away.
Darmet village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Gangolihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darmet
According to the 2011 Census, Darmet village had a total population of 25 people, including 10 males and 15 females, living in 6 households. The sex ratio was 1,500 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.71%, with male literacy at 50.00% and female literacy at 72.73%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 13.
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 | 25 | 10 | 15 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 13 | 6 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 11 | 3 | 8 |
| Illiterate Population | 14 | 7 | 7 |
Nearby Villages of Darmet
Darmet 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 Darmet
Public transport in the Darmet is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Didihat to Darmet is about 60 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Darmet is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darmet
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmet 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 Darmet
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmet 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Darmet
Where is Darmet located?
Darmet village is located in Berinag Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darmet?
The Gram Panchayat of Darmet is Kamdina.
What is the pincode of Darmet?
The pincode of Darmet is 262531.
What is the population of Darmet?
Darmet had a total population of 25, including 10 males and 15 females.
How many households are there in Darmet?
Darmet had 6 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darmet?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmet was 64.71%. Male literacy was 50.00% and female literacy was 72.73%.