Darti - Didihat, Pithoragarh
Darti is a village situated in the Didihat tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 16 km from the tehsil headquarters in Didihat and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Lekam Kanda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darti village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darti is 049437. The village covers a total geographical area of 155.57 hectares and falls under the 262550 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Darti 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 Didihat Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Almora Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darti
According to the 2011 Census, Darti village had a total population of 123 people, including 64 males and 59 females, living in 26 households. The sex ratio was 922 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 83.96%, with male literacy at 100.00% and female literacy at 67.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 26.
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 | 123 | 64 | 59 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 17 | 10 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 26 | 12 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 54 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 34 | 10 | 24 |
Nearby Villages of Darti
Darti 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 Darti
Public transport in the Darti 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 Darti is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Darti is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darti
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darti village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darti
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darti 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 Darti
Where is Darti located?
Darti village is located in Didihat Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darti?
The Gram Panchayat of Darti is Lekam Kanda.
What is the pincode of Darti?
The pincode of Darti is 262550.
What is the population of Darti?
Darti had a total population of 123, including 64 males and 59 females.
How many households are there in Darti?
Darti had 26 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darti?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darti was 83.96%. Male literacy was 100.00% and female literacy was 67.31%.