Rukhia
Rukhia is a village located in Falta subdivision of South Twenty Four Parganas district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 9.5km away from sub-district headquarter Falta (tehsildar office) and 36.2km away from district headquarter Alipore. As per 2009 stats, Gopalpur is the gram panchayat of Rukhia village.
Here you can discover what makes Rukhia unique in its vibrant Falta-South Twenty Four Parganas region. You’ll see Rukhia’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 Rukhia
According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Rukhia is 334255. The village spans a total geographical area of 67.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 743504. Diamond Harbour is nearest town to Rukhia village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 22km away.
Google Map of Rukhia
Population of Rukhia
According to the 2011 Census, Rukhia has a total population of about 2,680, with approximately 1,345 males and 1,335 females. The sex ratio is around 992 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 440 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. Details about the Scheduled Castes (SC) community are not available. Information about the Scheduled Tribes (ST) population is not available. The overall literacy rate is approximately 48.13%, with male literacy at about 53.16% and female literacy near 43.07%. There are around 553 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Rukhia's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.
Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
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Total Population | 2,680 | 1,345 | 1,335 |
Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 440 | 216 | 224 |
Scheduled Castes (SC) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Scheduled Tribes (ST) | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Literate Population | 1,290 | 715 | 575 |
Illiterate Population | 1,390 | 630 | 760 |
Connectivity of Rukhia
Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Rukhia. As per the 2011 stats, Rukhia had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.
Connectivity Type | Status (in year 2011) |
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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 Rukhia
Knowing the nearby villages of Rukhia helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Rukhia.
Frequently Asked Questions about Rukhia
- Where is Rukhia located?
- Rukhia village is situated in Falta Subdivision, within the South Twenty Four Parganas district of West Bengal, India.
- What is the gram panchayat of Rukhia?
- The Gram Panchayat of Rukhia is Gopalpur (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
- What is the pincode of Rukhia?
- The pincode of Rukhia is 743504, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
- What is the population of Rukhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, the population of Rukhia is 2,680, with 1,345 males and 1,335 females.
- How many households are there in Rukhia as per the 2011 Census?
- As per the 2011 Census, Rukhia village has a total of 553 households.
- What is the literacy rate in Rukhia as per the 2011 Census?
- According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Rukhia is 48.13%. The male literacy rate is 53.16%, while the female literacy rate is 43.07%.