Ruan - Pehowa, Kurukshetra
Ruan is a village situated in the Pehowa tehsil of Kurukshetra district, Haryana. It is located approximately 9 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pehowa and around 23 km from the district headquarters in Kurukshetra. Raun serves as the Gram Panchayat for Ruan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Ruan is 058459. The village covers a total geographical area of 600 hectares and falls under the 136128 pincode. Pehowa is the nearest town.
Ruan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Pehowa Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kurukshetra Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Ruan
As per Census 2011, Ruan village has a total population of 1,916 people, consisting of 981 males and 935 females. The village has 328 households and a sex ratio of 953 females per 1,000 males. There are 318 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,087 literate and 829 illiterate residents. Additionally, 686 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Ruan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,916 | 981 | 935 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 318 | 152 | 166 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 686 | 351 | 335 |
| Literate Population | 1,087 | 645 | 442 |
| Illiterate Population | 829 | 336 | 493 |
Nearby Villages of Ruan
Ruan is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Batheri | North-West | 2.75 km |
| Sandhola | North | 3.47 km |
| Sarsa | East | 4.26 km |
| Jajanpur | South | 4.26 km |
| Sandholi | North | 4.82 km |
| Asmanpur | North-West | 4.90 km |
| Theh Malbora | West | 5.47 km |
| Bherian | North-West | 5.52 km |
| Nikatpura | North-East | 5.72 km |
| Jadola | South-West | 6.97 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Ruan
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Ruan. The nearest railway station is Pehowa Road, while the nearest airport is Karnal Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Kurukshetra to Ruan is about 23 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Ruan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Ruan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Ruan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Ruan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Ruan
Where is Ruan located?
Ruan village is located in Pehowa Tehsil, Kurukshetra district, Haryana, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Ruan?
The Gram Panchayat of Ruan is Raun.
What is the pincode of Ruan?
The pincode of Ruan is 136128.
What is the population of Ruan?
Ruan has a total population of 1,916, including 981 males and 935 females.
How many households are there in Ruan?
There are 328 households in Ruan.
What is the literacy rate in Ruan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Ruan is 56.73%. Male literacy is 65.75% and female literacy is 47.27%.