This document compares and contrasts rural and urban marketing in India. It finds that while the urban population makes up 27% of India's total, the rural population accounts for 73% and is spread across 570,000 villages. Rural markets remain largely untapped and are growing faster than urban ones at 25% annually. Many major consumer brands generate 40-60% of their revenues from rural areas now, showing the economic potential of rural consumers. Both markets present opportunities but also challenges - rural markets require strategies for transportation, literacy and tailored promotion while urban markets face high competition and expenses. Overall, the future is promising for marketers who understand rural dynamics and can successfully reach rural consumers.