San - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
San is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 55 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. San village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of San is 042640. The village covers a total geographical area of 90.74 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
San 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 Rudraprayag Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of San
According to the 2011 Census, San village had a total population of 445 people, including 208 males and 237 females, living in 75 households. The sex ratio was 1,139 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.52%, with male literacy at 93.29% and female literacy at 59.20%.
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 | 445 | 208 | 237 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 80 | 44 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 272 | 153 | 119 |
| Illiterate Population | 173 | 55 | 118 |
Nearby Villages of San
San 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 San
San is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to San is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in San
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for San village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in San
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving San 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 >10 km |
FAQs about San
Where is San located?
San village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of San?
San is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of San?
The pincode of San is 246141.
What is the population of San?
San had a total population of 445, including 208 males and 237 females.
How many households are there in San?
San had 75 households.
What is the literacy rate in San?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of San was 74.52%. Male literacy was 93.29% and female literacy was 59.20%.