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 Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rukunpur
As per Census 2011, Rukunpur village has a total population of 646 people, consisting of 335 males and 311 females. The village has 106 households and a sex ratio of 928 females per 1,000 males. There are 99 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 367 literate and 279 illiterate residents. Additionally, 71 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rukunpur are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 646 | 335 | 311 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 60 | 39 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 71 | 57 | 14 |
| 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 has a total population of 646, including 335 males and 311 females.
How many households are there in Rukunpur?
There are 106 households in Rukunpur.
What is the literacy rate in Rukunpur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukunpur is 56.81%. Male literacy is 68.06% and female literacy is 44.69%.