Sisau - Jakholi*, Rudraprayag
Sisau is a village situated in the Jakholi* tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 30 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jakholi and around 17 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Shishaun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Sisau village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Sisau is 042704. The village covers a total geographical area of 70.77 hectares and falls under the 246475 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Sisau village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch 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 Sisau
As per Census 2011, Sisau village has a total population of 508 people, consisting of 250 males and 258 females. The village has 104 households and a sex ratio of 1,032 females per 1,000 males. There are 72 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 340 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Sisau are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 508 | 250 | 258 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 72 | 47 | 25 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 141 | 128 |
| Literate Population | 340 | 175 | 165 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 75 | 93 |
Nearby Villages of Sisau
Sisau 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 Sisau
Public transport in the Sisau 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 Rudraprayag to Sisau is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Sisau
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Sisau 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 Sisau
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Sisau 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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Sisau
Where is Sisau located?
Sisau village is located in Jakholi* Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Sisau?
The Gram Panchayat of Sisau is Shishaun.
What is the pincode of Sisau?
The pincode of Sisau is 246475.
What is the population of Sisau?
Sisau has a total population of 508, including 250 males and 258 females.
How many households are there in Sisau?
There are 104 households in Sisau.
What is the literacy rate in Sisau?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Sisau is 66.93%. Male literacy is 70.00% and female literacy is 63.95%.