Tausi - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Tausi is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 82 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Tausi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tausi is 042060. The village covers a total geographical area of 50.04 hectares and falls under the 246471 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 82 km away.
Tausi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tausi
According to the 2011 Census, Tausi village had a total population of 202 people, including 102 males and 100 females, living in 34 households. The sex ratio was 980 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 88.17%, with male literacy at 96.51% and female literacy at 79.52%.
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 | 202 | 102 | 100 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 33 | 16 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 149 | 83 | 66 |
| Illiterate Population | 53 | 19 | 34 |
Nearby Villages of Tausi
Tausi 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 Tausi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Tausi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >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 Rudraprayag to Tausi is about 82 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tausi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tausi 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Tausi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tausi 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Tausi
Where is Tausi located?
Tausi village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tausi?
Tausi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tausi?
The pincode of Tausi is 246471.
What is the population of Tausi?
Tausi had a total population of 202, including 102 males and 100 females.
How many households are there in Tausi?
Tausi had 34 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tausi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tausi was 88.17%. Male literacy was 96.51% and female literacy was 79.52%.