Rui - Manora, Washim
Rui is a village situated in the Manora tehsil of Washim district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Manora and around 49 km from the district headquarters in Washim. Rui village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rui is 531148. The village covers a total geographical area of 1753.54 hectares and falls under the 444404 pincode. Mangrulpir is the nearest town, located about 46 km away.
Rui village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Karanja Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rui
As per Census 2011, Rui village has a total population of 2,246 people, consisting of 1,154 males and 1,092 females. The village has 529 households and a sex ratio of 946 females per 1,000 males. There are 332 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,315 literate and 931 illiterate residents. Additionally, 228 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,140 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rui are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,246 | 1,154 | 1,092 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 332 | 172 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 228 | 119 | 109 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,140 | 590 | 550 |
| Literate Population | 1,315 | 749 | 566 |
| Illiterate Population | 931 | 405 | 526 |
Nearby Villages of Rui
Rui 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Gosta | West | 3.64 km |
| Ujwalnagar | East | 3.77 km |
| Rajana | South-West | 4.38 km |
| Dhoni | North-East | 5.23 km |
| Shendurjana Adhav | North | 5.56 km |
| Bhandari | South | 6.19 km |
| Mendra | North-West | 6.50 km |
| Ingalwadi | North-West | 6.70 km |
| Shampur | South-West | 6.74 km |
| Palodi | East | 6.77 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Rui
Rui is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Washim, while the nearest airport is Akola Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 61.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Mangrulpir to Rui is about 46 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Washim to Rui is about 49 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rui
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rui village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Rui
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rui village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rui
Where is Rui located?
Rui village is located in Manora Tehsil, Washim district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rui?
Rui is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rui?
The pincode of Rui is 444404.
What is the population of Rui?
Rui has a total population of 2,246, including 1,154 males and 1,092 females.
How many households are there in Rui?
There are 529 households in Rui.
What is the literacy rate in Rui?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rui is 58.55%. Male literacy is 64.90% and female literacy is 51.83%.