Rurka
About Rurka
According to Census 2011 information the location code or village code of Rurka village is 033597. Rurka village is located in Ludhiana West tehsil of Ludhiana district in Punjab, India. It is situated 18km away from sub-district headquarter Ludhiana (west) (tehsildar office) and 6km away from district headquarter Ludhiana. As per 2009 stats, Rurka village is also a gram panchayat.
The total geographical area of village is 518 hectares. Rurka has a total population of 2,235 peoples, out of which male population is 1,175 while female population is 1,060. This results in a sex ratio of approximately 902 females for every 1,000 males. Literacy rate of rurka village is 72.66% out of which 74.98% males and 70.09% females are literate. There are about 420 houses in rurka village. Pincode of rurka village locality is 142021.
When it comes to administration, Rurka village is governed by a Sarpanch, who is an elected representative (Head of Village) chosen through local elections, as per the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. As per 2019 stats, Rurka village comes under Dakha Vidhan Sabha constituency & Ludhiana Lok Sabha constituency. Mullanpur Dakha is nearest town to rurka village for all major economic activities.
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Population of Rurka
The population details of Rurka cover important figures like total population, male and female population, children aged 0–6 years, and the number of literate and illiterate people. It also shows how many residents belong to Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes. These details help in understanding the village structure, education level, and community groups.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,235 | 1,175 | 1,060 |
| Child Population (Age 0–6) | 210 | 107 | 103 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) Population | 1,155 | 611 | 544 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) Population | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 1,624 | 881 | 743 |
| Illiterate Population | 611 | 294 | 317 |
Connectivity of Rurka
| 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 km distance |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Rurka
Where is Rurka located?
Rurka village is situated in Ludhiana West Tehsil, within the Ludhiana district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rurka?
Rurka serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Rurka?
The pincode of Rurka is 142021, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rurka is 2,235, with 1,175 males and 1,060 females.
How many households are there in Rurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rurka village has a total of 420 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rurka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rurka is 72.66%. The male literacy rate is 74.98%, while the female literacy rate is 70.09%.