Darmoli - Thal, Pithoragarh
Darmoli is a village situated in the Thal tehsil of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from Berinag and around 60 km from Pithoragarh. Darmoli village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmoli is 049589. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.82 hectares and falls under the 262552 pincode. Didihat is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Darmoli 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 Darmoli
According to the 2011 Census, Darmoli village had a total population of 136 people, including 72 males and 64 females, living in 38 households. The sex ratio was 889 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 85.71%, with male literacy at 93.85% and female literacy at 77.05%.
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 | 136 | 72 | 64 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 10 | 7 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 108 | 61 | 47 |
| Illiterate Population | 28 | 11 | 17 |
Nearby Villages of Darmoli
Darmoli 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 Darmoli
Public transport facilities are available within 1-2 km of the Darmoli.
| 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 Didihat to Darmoli is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Pithoragarh to Darmoli is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Darmoli
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmoli 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 Darmoli
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmoli 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 Darmoli
Where is Darmoli located?
Darmoli village is located in Thal Tehsil, Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Darmoli?
Darmoli is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Darmoli?
The pincode of Darmoli is 262552.
What is the population of Darmoli?
Darmoli had a total population of 136, including 72 males and 64 females.
How many households are there in Darmoli?
Darmoli had 38 households.
What is the literacy rate in Darmoli?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmoli was 85.71%. Male literacy was 93.85% and female literacy was 77.05%.