Roorkee
City of IIT and the Ganga Canal
Roorkee is a city in Haridwar district known as the seat of IIT Roorkee, India's oldest technical institution founded in 1847. The historic Ganga Canal, built during British rule, also passes through the city.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which state is Roorkee in?
Roorkee is located in Uttarakhand, a state in northern India.
What is Roorkee known for?
Roorkee is known as City of IIT and the Ganga Canal. Roorkee is a city in Haridwar district known as the seat of IIT Roorkee, India's oldest technical institution founded in 1847. The historic Ganga Canal, built during British rule, also passes through the city.
What is the population of Roorkee?
As of the 2011 census, Roorkee has a population of about 1,18,014.
Is roorkee.website the official website of Roorkee?
roorkee.website is an independent city information portal for Roorkee — a guide to tourism, local businesses, government service contacts, transport and emergency information. For official government services, use the contacts in our Government section.