Rukwaha - Mahroni, Lalitpur
Rukwaha is a village situated in the Mahroni tehsil of Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Mahroni and around 60 km from the district headquarters in Lalitpur. Rukwaha village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rukwaha is 153428. The village covers a total geographical area of 687.78 hectares and falls under the 284405 pincode. Lalitpur is the nearest town, located about 14 km away.
Rukwaha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Gram Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mehroni Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jhansi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rukwaha
According to the 2011 Census, Rukwaha village had a total population of 2,179 people, including 1,130 males and 1,049 females, living in 424 households. The sex ratio was 928 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 57.81%, with male literacy at 72.53% and female literacy at 41.94%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 353.
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 | 2,179 | 1,130 | 1,049 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 361 | 187 | 174 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 353 | 183 | 170 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,051 | 684 | 367 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,128 | 446 | 682 |
Nearby Villages of Rukwaha
Rukwaha 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 Rukwaha
Rukwaha is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Lalitpur to Rukwaha is about 14 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Lalitpur to Rukwaha is about 60 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.7 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rukwaha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rukwaha village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Rukwaha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rukwaha village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rukwaha
Where is Rukwaha located?
Rukwaha village is located in Mahroni Tehsil, Lalitpur district, Uttar Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Rukwaha?
Rukwaha is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rukwaha?
The pincode of Rukwaha is 284405.
What is the population of Rukwaha?
Rukwaha had a total population of 2,179, including 1,130 males and 1,049 females.
How many households are there in Rukwaha?
Rukwaha had 424 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rukwaha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rukwaha was 57.81%. Male literacy was 72.53% and female literacy was 41.94%.