Rurkee

Rurkee is a village located in Chamkaur Sahib tehsil of Rupnagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Chamkaur Sahib (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Rupnagar. As per 2009 stats, Rurki Heeran is the gram panchayat of Rurkee village.

Rurkee has its own place in the vibrant Rupnagar 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 Rurkee

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rurkee is 038870. The village spans a total geographical area of 440 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140105. Chamkaur Sahib is nearest town to Rurkee village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rurkee

Below is a concise population overview of Rurkee as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,515 782 733
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 116 63 53
Scheduled Castes (SC) 459 230 229
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 1,155 610 545
Illiterate Population 360 172 188

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Rurkee village:

  • The total population of Rurkee village is around 1,515, including approximately 782 males and 733 females, with a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 116 children aged 0–6 years in Rurkee village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rurkee village has 459 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rurkee village is about 76.24%, with male literacy at 78.01% and female literacy at 74.35%.
  • There are around 283 households in Rurkee village.

Connectivity of Rurkee

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rurkee. As per the 2011 stats, Rurkee had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rurkee

Knowing the nearby villages of Rurkee helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rurkee.

Chuhar Majra Saidpur Bhurara Gobindpur Alias Dhespur Barsalpur Pipal Majra Chhota Makrauna Bara Makrauna Salempur Raulu Majra Santpur

Frequently Asked Questions about Rurkee

Where is Rurkee located?
Rurkee village is situated in Chamkaur Sahib Tehsil, within the Rupnagar district of Punjab, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rurkee?
The Gram Panchayat of Rurkee is Rurki Heeran (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Rurkee?
The pincode of Rurkee is 140105, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Rurkee as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rurkee is 1,515, with 782 males and 733 females.
How many households are there in Rurkee as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rurkee village has a total of 283 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rurkee as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rurkee is 76.24%. The male literacy rate is 78.01%, while the female literacy rate is 74.35%.