Rukni T.E. - Sonai, Cachar
Rukni T.E. is a village situated in the Sonai subdivision of Cachar district, Assam. It is located approximately 375 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sonai and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Silchar. Rukni West serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rukni T.E. village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rukni T.E. is 299595. The village covers a total geographical area of 1169.16 hectares and falls under the 788116 pincode. Silchar is the nearest town, located about 33 km away.
Rukni T.E. village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dholai Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Silchar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rukni T.E.
As per Census 2011, Rukni T.E. village has a total population of 6,687 people, consisting of 3,427 males and 3,260 females. The village has 1,657 households and a sex ratio of 951 females per 1,000 males. There are 1,019 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 4,006 literate and 2,681 illiterate residents. Additionally, 2,666 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 2 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rukni T.E. are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 6,687 | 3,427 | 3,260 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 1,019 | 523 | 496 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 2,666 | 1,358 | 1,308 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 2 | 2 | - |
| Literate Population | 4,006 | 2,240 | 1,766 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,681 | 1,187 | 1,494 |
Nearby Villages of Rukni T.E.
Rukni T.E. 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 Rukni T.E.
Rukni T.E. is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Silchar to Rukni T.E. is about 33 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Silchar to Rukni T.E. is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rukni T.E.
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rukni T.E. village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rukni T.E.
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rukni T.E. village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Rukni T.E.
Where is Rukni T.E. located?
Rukni T.E. village is located in Sonai Subdivision, Cachar district, Assam, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rukni T.E.?
The Gram Panchayat of Rukni T.E. is Rukni West.
What is the pincode of Rukni T.E.?
The pincode of Rukni T.E. is 788116.
What is the population of Rukni T.E.?
Rukni T.E. has a total population of 6,687, including 3,427 males and 3,260 females.
How many households are there in Rukni T.E.?
There are 1,657 households in Rukni T.E..
What is the literacy rate in Rukni T.E.?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukni T.E. is 59.91%. Male literacy is 65.36% and female literacy is 54.17%.