Darmara - Puraula, Uttarkashi
Darmara is a village situated in the Puraula tehsil of Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Puraula and around 122 km from the district headquarters in Uttarkashi. Mairana serves as the Gram Panchayat for Darmara village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Darmara is 040160. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.91 hectares and falls under the 249185 pincode. Barkot is the nearest town, located about 30 km away.
Darmara village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Purola Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Darmara
As per Census 2011, Darmara village has a total population of 126 people, consisting of 66 males and 60 females. The village has 30 households and a sex ratio of 909 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 67 literate and 59 illiterate residents. Additionally, 25 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 6 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Darmara are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 126 | 66 | 60 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 13 | 7 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 25 | 14 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 6 | - | 6 |
| Literate Population | 67 | 38 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 59 | 28 | 31 |
Nearby Villages of Darmara
Darmara 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 Darmara
Darmara is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Barkot to Darmara is about 30 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Uttarkashi to Darmara is about 122 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 Darmara
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Darmara village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Darmara
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Darmara village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Darmara
Where is Darmara located?
Darmara village is located in Puraula Tehsil, Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Darmara?
The Gram Panchayat of Darmara is Mairana.
What is the pincode of Darmara?
The pincode of Darmara is 249185.
What is the population of Darmara?
Darmara has a total population of 126, including 66 males and 60 females.
How many households are there in Darmara?
There are 30 households in Darmara.
What is the literacy rate in Darmara?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Darmara is 53.17%. Male literacy is 57.58% and female literacy is 48.33%.