Daren - Ganai Gangoli, Pithoragarh
Daren is a village situated in the Ganai Gangoli tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from Gangolihat and around 140 km from Pithoragarh. Vadyura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Daren village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Daren is 049859. The village covers a total geographical area of 40.22 hectares and falls under the 262532 pincode. Pithoragarh is the nearest town, located about 140 km away.
Daren 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 Daren
According to the 2011 Census, Daren village had a total population of 149 people, including 77 males and 72 females, living in 33 households. The sex ratio was 935 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.92%, with male literacy at 90.63% and female literacy at 63.64%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 138.
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 | 149 | 77 | 72 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 19 | 13 | 6 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 138 | 71 | 67 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 100 | 58 | 42 |
| Illiterate Population | 49 | 19 | 30 |
Nearby Villages of Daren
Daren 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 Daren
Public transport in the Daren 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 Pithoragarh to Daren is about 140 km, with a usual travel time of around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Daren
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Daren village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Daren
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Daren village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Daren
Where is Daren located?
Daren village is located in Ganai Gangoli Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Daren?
The Gram Panchayat of Daren is Vadyura.
What is the pincode of Daren?
The pincode of Daren is 262532.
What is the population of Daren?
Daren had a total population of 149, including 77 males and 72 females.
How many households are there in Daren?
Daren had 33 households.
What is the literacy rate in Daren?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Daren was 76.92%. Male literacy was 90.63% and female literacy was 63.64%.