Higher Education in Rural India

Abstract

India is a big country in the world as population wise. Approx. 90% population are dependent on the agriculture activities. There are more than 6, 00,000 villages in India, nearly 501 villages do not have all weather physical connectivity. A loin portion of them are unable to reach their aim or goal due to poverty and illiteracy. They also fail to get a sense of belongingness part of the family and society. The education as a key for social change and mobility can play better in rural development of a country like India. In India, the situation is very sensitive that needs a clear vision on rural education and its strategies to improve the socioeconomic status of rural people.