Runaj

Runaj is a village located in Sojitra taluka of Anand district in Gujarat, India. It is situated 7km away from sub-district headquarter Sojitra (tehsildar office) and 33km away from district headquarter Anand. As per 2009 stats, Runaj village is also a gram panchayat.

Runaj has its own place in the vibrant Anand region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Runaj

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Runaj is 516869. The village spans a total geographical area of 683.73 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 388150. Sojitra is nearest town to Runaj village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 7km away.

When it comes to local governance, Runaj village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Sojitra Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Anand Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Runaj

Below is a concise population overview of Runaj as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 3,572 1,847 1,725
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 490 251 239
Scheduled Castes (SC) 252 127 125
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 4 2 2
Literate Population 2,536 1,426 1,110
Illiterate Population 1,036 421 615

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Runaj village:

  • The total population of Runaj village is around 3,572, including approximately 1,847 males and 1,725 females, with a sex ratio of 933 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 490 children aged 0–6 years in Runaj village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Runaj village has 252 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 4 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Runaj village is about 71.00%, with male literacy at 77.21% and female literacy at 64.35%.
  • There are around 731 households in Runaj village.

Connectivity of Runaj

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Runaj. As per the 2011 stats, Runaj had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 5 - 10 km distance
Railway Station Available within 5 - 10 km distance

Nearby Villages of Runaj

Knowing the nearby villages of Runaj helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Runaj.

Frequently Asked Questions about Runaj

Where is Runaj located?
Runaj village is situated in Sojitra Taluka, within the Anand district of Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runaj?
Runaj serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Runaj?
The pincode of Runaj is 388150, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Runaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Runaj is 3,572, with 1,847 males and 1,725 females.
How many households are there in Runaj as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Runaj village has a total of 731 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runaj as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Runaj is 71.00%. The male literacy rate is 77.21%, while the female literacy rate is 64.35%.