Rural tourism has the potential to harness tourism growth as a strategy for rural development, especially in countries like India where most of the population lives in rural areas. Trends of industrialization and urbanization have led to urban-centric development and stresses of urban life, increasing interest in rural areas. Rural tourism is defined as any form of tourism that showcases rural life, art, culture and heritage in rural locations, providing economic and social benefits to local communities while allowing interaction between tourists and locals for a more enriching experience. It typically takes place in the countryside and can include farm/agricultural tourism, cultural tourism, nature tourism, adventure tourism, and eco-tourism. Rural tourism is also experience-oriented, located