Runian - Madanpur, Aurangabad
Runian is a village situated in the Madanpur subdivision of Aurangabad district, Bihar. It is located approximately 2 km from the tehsil headquarters in Madanpur and around 28 km from the district headquarters in Aurangabad. Beri serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runian is 254460. The village covers a total geographical area of 113 hectares and falls under the 824208 pincode. Rafiganj is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Runian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rafiganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Aurangabad Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runian
According to the 2011 Census, Runian village had a total population of 587 people, including 296 males and 291 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 983 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.95%, with male literacy at 83.81% and female literacy at 61.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 298.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 587 | 296 | 291 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 99 | 49 | 50 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 298 | 154 | 144 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 356 | 207 | 149 |
| Illiterate Population | 231 | 89 | 142 |
Nearby Villages of Runian
Runian is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Jamugain | North | 0.90 km |
| Thawai | West | 0.98 km |
| Beri | South-East | 1.03 km |
| Ghorhat | South | 1.79 km |
| Pateya | South-West | 2.01 km |
| Mahuawan | North-West | 2.51 km |
| Sailwa | West | 2.64 km |
| Banian | South-West | 2.84 km |
| Khiriawan | South-East | 2.86 km |
| Madanpur | South | 2.94 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runian
Public transport in the Runian is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Deo Road, while the nearest airport is Birsa Munda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 137.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 1-2 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rafiganj to Runian is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Aurangabad to Runian is about 28 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Runian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runian village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Runian
Where is Runian located?
Runian village is located in Madanpur Subdivision, Aurangabad district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Runian?
The Gram Panchayat of Runian is Beri.
What is the pincode of Runian?
The pincode of Runian is 824208.
What is the population of Runian?
Runian had a total population of 587, including 296 males and 291 females.
How many households are there in Runian?
Runian had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runian was 72.95%. Male literacy was 83.81% and female literacy was 61.83%.