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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darati
As per Census 2011, Darati village has a total population of 308 people, consisting of 134 males and 174 females. The village has 74 households and a sex ratio of 1,298 females per 1,000 males. There are 49 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 202 literate and 106 illiterate residents. Additionally, 165 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 83 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darati are given below:
| 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 has a total population of 308, including 134 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Darati?
There are 74 households in Darati.
What is the literacy rate in Darati?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darati is 65.58%. Male literacy is 77.61% and female literacy is 56.32%.