Sinchai - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Sinchai is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Bachwad serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sinchai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sinchai is 042618. The village covers a total geographical area of 25.05 hectares and falls under the 246141 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Sinchai 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 Sinchai
According to the 2011 Census, Sinchai village had a total population of 69 people, including 32 males and 37 females, living in 20 households. The sex ratio was 1,156 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 74.60%, with male literacy at 89.29% and female literacy at 62.86%.
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 | 69 | 32 | 37 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 47 | 25 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 22 | 7 | 15 |
Nearby Villages of Sinchai
Sinchai 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 Sinchai
Sinchai is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Rudraprayag to Sinchai is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sinchai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sinchai village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Sinchai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sinchai 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sinchai
Where is Sinchai located?
Sinchai village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Sinchai?
The Gram Panchayat of Sinchai is Bachwad.
What is the pincode of Sinchai?
The pincode of Sinchai is 246141.
What is the population of Sinchai?
Sinchai had a total population of 69, including 32 males and 37 females.
How many households are there in Sinchai?
Sinchai had 20 households.
What is the literacy rate in Sinchai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sinchai was 74.60%. Male literacy was 89.29% and female literacy was 62.86%.