Rukhri - Nahan, Sirmaur
Rukhri is a village situated in the Nahan tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Satiwala serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rukhri village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rukhri is 023230. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 173001 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Rukhri village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Nahan Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rukhri
According to the 2011 Census, Rukhri village had a total population of 1,016 people, including 544 males and 472 females, living in 195 households. The sex ratio was 868 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.10%, with male literacy at 79.48% and female literacy at 61.61%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 288.
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 | 1,016 | 544 | 472 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 144 | 81 | 63 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 288 | 155 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 620 | 368 | 252 |
| Illiterate Population | 396 | 176 | 220 |
Nearby Villages of Rukhri
Rukhri 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 Rukhri
Rukhri is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus 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 Nahan to Rukhri is about 15 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 Rukhri
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rukhri village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Rukhri
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rukhri 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 Rukhri
Where is Rukhri located?
Rukhri village is located in Nahan Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rukhri?
The Gram Panchayat of Rukhri is Satiwala.
What is the pincode of Rukhri?
The pincode of Rukhri is 173001.
What is the population of Rukhri?
Rukhri had a total population of 1,016, including 544 males and 472 females.
How many households are there in Rukhri?
Rukhri had 195 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rukhri?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukhri was 71.10%. Male literacy was 79.48% and female literacy was 61.61%.