Rukunpur - Gola, Gorakhpur
Rukunpur is a village situated in the Gola tehsil of Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 26 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gola and around 54 km from the district headquarters in Gorakhpur. Rukkunpur serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rukunpur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rukunpur is 187523. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.7 hectares and falls under the 273408 pincode. Gorakhpur is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Rukunpur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head.
Population of Rukunpur
According to the 2011 Census, Rukunpur village had a total population of 646 people, including 335 males and 311 females, living in 106 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.09%, with male literacy at 82.91% and female literacy at 51.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 71.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 335 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 57 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 367 | 228 | 139 |
| Illiterate Population | 279 | 107 | 172 |
Nearby Villages of Rukunpur
Rukunpur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Rukunpur
Rukunpur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gorakhpur to Rukunpur is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Gorakhpur to Rukunpur is about 54 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rukunpur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rukunpur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Rukunpur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rukunpur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Rukunpur
Where is Rukunpur located?
Rukunpur village is located in Gola Tehsil, Gorakhpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rukunpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Rukunpur is Rukkunpur.
What is the pincode of Rukunpur?
The pincode of Rukunpur is 273408.
What is the population of Rukunpur?
Rukunpur had a total population of 646, including 335 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Rukunpur?
Rukunpur had 106 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rukunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukunpur was 67.09%. Male literacy was 82.91% and female literacy was 51.10%.