Darkot - Munsiari, Pithoragarh
Darkot is a village situated in the Munsiari tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Munsiari and around 124 km from the district headquarters in Pithoragarh. Darkot village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darkot is 048917. The village covers a total geographical area of 98.36 hectares and falls under the 262554 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 94 km away.
Darkot village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Darkot
As per Census 2011, Darkot village has a total population of 437 people, consisting of 271 males and 166 females. The village has 97 households and a sex ratio of 612 females per 1,000 males. There are 50 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 339 literate and 98 illiterate residents. Additionally, 107 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 178 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darkot are given below:
| Category | 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 |
Nearby Villages of Darkot
Darkot 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 Darkot
Public transport in the Darkot is mainly available through shared van services.
| 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 Darkot is about 94 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.7 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Darkot is about 124 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 Darkot
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darkot village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Darkot
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darkot 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 Darkot
Where is Darkot located?
Darkot village is located in Munsiari Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darkot?
Darkot is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darkot?
The pincode of Darkot is 262554.
What is the population of Darkot?
Darkot has a total population of 437, including 271 males and 166 females.
How many households are there in Darkot?
There are 97 households in Darkot.
What is the literacy rate in Darkot?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darkot is 77.57%. Male literacy is 81.55% and female literacy is 71.08%.