Rurka

Rurka is a village located in Malerkotla tehsil of Sangrur district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Malerkotla (tehsildar office) and 39km away from district headquarter Sangrur. As per 2009 stats, Rurka village is also a gram panchayat.

Rurka has its own place in the vibrant Sangrur 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 Rurka

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rurka is 039563. The village spans a total geographical area of 236 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 148023. Malerkotla is nearest town to Rurka village for all major economic activities.

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Population of Rurka

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

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 938 490 448
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 113 64 49
Scheduled Castes (SC) 118 65 53
Scheduled Tribes (ST) N/A N/A N/A
Literate Population 657 368 289
Illiterate Population 281 122 159

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

  • The total population of Rurka village is around 938, including approximately 490 males and 448 females, with a sex ratio of 914 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 113 children aged 0–6 years in Rurka village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Rurka village has 118 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC).
  • The literacy rate of Rurka village is about 70.04%, with male literacy at 75.10% and female literacy at 64.51%.
  • There are around 168 households in Rurka village.

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 - 10 km distance
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 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.

Faizgarh Dalelgarh Shahadatpur Naudharani Mehdevi Ahan Kheri Bahadurgarh Faridpur Mubarakpur Burj Attaulapur

Frequently Asked Questions about Rurka

Where is Rurka located?
Rurka village is situated in Malerkotla Tehsil, within the Sangrur 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 148023, 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 938, with 490 males and 448 females.
How many households are there in Rurka as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Rurka village has a total of 168 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rurka as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rurka is 70.04%. The male literacy rate is 75.10%, while the female literacy rate is 64.51%.