Rurki Kalan
Rurki Kalan is a village located in Balachaur tehsil of Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district in Punjab, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Balachaur (tehsildar office) and 20km away from district headquarter Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar . As per 2009 stats, Rurki Kalan village is also a gram panchayat.
Here you can discover what makes Rurki Kalan unique in its vibrant Balachaur-Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar region. You’ll see Rurki Kalan’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 Kalan
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rurki Kalan is 032469. The village spans a total geographical area of 133 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 144521. Balachaur is nearest town to Rurki Kalan village for all major economic activities.
Google Map of Rurki Kalan
Population of Rurki Kalan
According to the 2011 Census, Rurki Kalan has a total population of about 673, with approximately 329 males and 344 females. The sex ratio is around 1045 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 53 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 425 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 72.07%, with male literacy at about 76.90% and female literacy near 67.44%. There are around 147 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rurki Kalan's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 673 | 329 | 344 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 53 | 25 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 425 | 213 | 212 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Literate Population | 485 | 253 | 232 |
| Illiterate Population | 188 | 76 | 112 |
Connectivity of Rurki Kalan
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rurki Kalan. As per the 2011 stats, Rurki Kalan 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 10+ km distance |
Nearby Villages of Rurki Kalan
Knowing the nearby villages of Rurki Kalan helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rurki Kalan.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rurki Kalan
- Where is Rurki Kalan located?
- Rurki Kalan village is situated in Balachaur Tehsil, within the Shahid Bhagat Singh Nagar district of Punjab, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rurki Kalan?
- Rurki Kalan serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
- What is the pincode of Rurki Kalan?
- The pincode of Rurki Kalan is 144521, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rurki Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rurki Kalan is 673, with 329 males and 344 females.
- How many households are there in Rurki Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rurki Kalan village has a total of 147 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rurki Kalan as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rurki Kalan is 72.07%. The male literacy rate is 76.90%, while the female literacy rate is 67.44%.