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.
Here you can discover what makes Rurki Khas unique in its vibrant Garhshankar-Hoshiarpur region. You’ll see Rurki Khas’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.
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.
Google Map of Rurki Khas
Population of Rurki Khas
According to the 2011 Census, Rurki Khas has a total population of about 1,866, with approximately 950 males and 916 females. The sex ratio is around 964 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 179 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 465 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 75.03%, with male literacy at about 79.89% and female literacy near 69.98%. There are around 395 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rurki Khas's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
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) |
|---|---|
| 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%.