Darati - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Darati is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 121 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Darati village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darati is 048926. The village covers a total geographical area of 108.26 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 93 km away.
Darati village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Darati
According to the 2011 Census, Darati village had a total population of 308 people, including 134 males and 174 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,299 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.99%, with male literacy at 90.43% and female literacy at 68.06%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 165, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 83.
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 | 308 | 134 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 19 | 30 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 165 | 75 | 90 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 83 | 34 | 49 |
| Literate Population | 202 | 104 | 98 |
| Illiterate Population | 106 | 30 | 76 |
Nearby Villages of Darati
Darati 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 Darati
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Darati.
| 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 Didihat to Darati is about 93 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Darati is about 121 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darati
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darati village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Darati
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darati 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Darati
Where is Darati located?
Darati village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darati?
Darati is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darati?
The pincode of Darati is 262554.
What is the population of Darati?
Darati had a total population of 308, including 134 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Darati?
Darati had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darati was 77.99%. Male literacy was 90.43% and female literacy was 68.06%.