Rurka

Rurka is a village located in Sas Nagar tehsil of Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 14km away from sub-district headquarter Sas Nagar (mohali) (tehsildar office) and 14km away from district headquarter Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar. As per 2009 stats, Rurka village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Rurka unique in its vibrant Sas Nagar-Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Rurka’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 Rurka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rurka is 039192. The village spans a total geographical area of 165 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 140306. S.a.s. Nagar is nearest town to Rurka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rurka

According to the 2011 Census, Rurka has a total population of about 1,062, with approximately 561 males and 501 females. The sex ratio is around 893 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 129 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 598 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 70.72%, with male literacy at about 76.11% and female literacy near 64.67%. There are around 219 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rurka's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,062 561 501
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 129 63 66
Scheduled Castes (SC) 598 318 280
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 751 427 324
Illiterate Population 311 134 177

Connectivity of Rurka

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rurka. As per the 2011 stats, Rurka 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 <5 km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Rurka

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

Frequently Asked Questions about Rurka

Where is Rurka located?

Rurka village is situated in Sas Nagar Tehsil, within the Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar 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 140306, 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 1,062, with 561 males and 501 females.

How many households are there in Rurka as per the 2011 Census?

As per the 2011 Census, Rurka village has a total of 219 households.

What is the literacy rate in Rurka as per the 2011 Census?

According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rurka is 70.72%. The male literacy rate is 76.11%, while the female literacy rate is 64.67%.