Darkot
Darkot is a village located in Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district in Uttarakhand, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Munsiari (tehsildar office) and 124km away from district headquarter Pithoragarh. As per 2009 stats, Darkot village is also a gram panchayat.
Darkot has its own place in the vibrant Pithoragarh region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Darkot
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Darkot is 048917. The village spans a total geographical area of 98.36 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 262554. Didihat is nearest town to Darkot village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 94km away.
Google Map of Darkot
Population of Darkot
Below is a concise population overview of Darkot as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 437 | 271 | 166 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 50 | 31 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 107 | 65 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 178 | 88 | 90 |
| Literate Population | 339 | 221 | 118 |
| Illiterate Population | 98 | 50 | 48 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Darkot village:
- The total population of Darkot village is around 437, including approximately 271 males and 166 females, with a sex ratio of 612 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 50 children aged 0–6 years in Darkot village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Darkot village has 107 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 178 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
- The literacy rate of Darkot village is about 77.57%, with male literacy at 81.55% and female literacy at 71.08%.
- There are around 97 households in Darkot village.
Connectivity of Darkot
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Darkot. As per the 2011 stats, Darkot had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
| Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Available within village |
| Railway Station | Available within 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Darkot
Knowing the nearby villages of Darkot helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Darkot.
Frequently Asked Questions about Darkot
- Where is Darkot located?
- Darkot village is situated in Munsiari Tehsil, within the Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Darkot?
- Darkot serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Darkot?
- The pincode of Darkot is 262554, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Darkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Darkot is 437, with 271 males and 166 females.
- How many households are there in Darkot as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Darkot village has a total of 97 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Darkot as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Darkot is 77.57%. The male literacy rate is 81.55%, while the female literacy rate is 71.08%.