Rurki Khas
Rurki Khas is a village located in Garhshankar tehsil of Hoshiarpur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 9km away from sub-district headquarter Garhshankar (tehsildar office) and 49km away from district headquarter Hoshiarpur. As per 2009 stats, Rurki Khas village is also a gram panchayat.
Rurki Khas has its own place in the vibrant Hoshiarpur region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.
About Rurki Khas
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rurki Khas is 031983. The village spans a total geographical area of 265 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144532. Garhshankar is nearest town to Rurki Khas village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Rurki Khas
Below is a concise population overview of Rurki Khas as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 1,866 | 950 | 916 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 179 | 88 | 91 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | 465 | 227 | 238 |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,400 | 759 | 641 |
Illiterate Population | 466 | 191 | 275 |
Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rurki Khas village:
- The total population of Rurki Khas village is around 1,866, including approximately 950 males and 916 females, with a sex ratio of 964 females per 1,000 males.
- There are about 179 children aged 0–6 years in Rurki Khas village, reflecting the young population in the village.
- Rurki Khas village has 465 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
- The literacy rate of Rurki Khas village is about 75.03%, with male literacy at 79.89% and female literacy at 69.98%.
- There are around 395 households in Rurki Khas village.
Connectivity of Rurki Khas
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rurki Khas. As per the 2011 stats, Rurki Khas had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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Public Bus Service | Available within <5 km distance |
Private Bus Service | Available within village |
Railway Station | Available within 5 - 10 km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rurki Khas
Knowing the nearby villages of Rurki Khas helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rurki Khas.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rurki Khas
- Where is Rurki Khas located?
- Rurki Khas village is situated in Garhshankar Tehsil, within the Hoshiarpur district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rurki Khas?
- Rurki Khas serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rurki Khas?
- The pincode of Rurki Khas is 144532, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rurki Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rurki Khas is 1,866, with 950 males and 916 females.
- How many households are there in Rurki Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rurki Khas village has a total of 395 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rurki Khas as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rurki Khas is 75.03%. The male literacy rate is 79.89%, while the female literacy rate is 69.98%.