The term "rural district" refers to a geographically defined area that is characterized by its sparsely populated landscape and agriculture-based economy. These areas are typically located outside of urban centers, and they often have small towns or villages scattered throughout the region. Rural districts can vary greatly in size and population density, but they generally have lower population densities than urban areas. The term "rural district" is commonly used to describe specific administrative divisions within countries that have a significant rural component, such as China's township and village level administrations or India's panchayats.