Runi - Dhanera, Banas Kantha
Runi is a village situated in the Dhanera taluka of Banas Kantha district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 13 km from the tehsil headquarters in Dhanera and around 70 km from the district headquarters in Palanpur. Runi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runi is 507680. The village covers a total geographical area of 1395.96 hectares and falls under the 385545 pincode. Dhanera is the nearest town, located about 13 km away.
Runi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Dhanera Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runi
As per Census 2011, Runi village has a total population of 4,018 people, consisting of 2,039 males and 1,979 females. The village has 667 households and a sex ratio of 970 females per 1,000 males. There are 752 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,077 literate and 1,941 illiterate residents. Additionally, 836 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 827 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,018 | 2,039 | 1,979 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 752 | 392 | 360 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 836 | 424 | 412 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 827 | 429 | 398 |
| Literate Population | 2,077 | 1,287 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,941 | 752 | 1,189 |
Nearby Villages of Runi
Runi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Runi
Public transport in the Runi is mainly available through shared van services. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Runi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Dhanera to Runi is about 13 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Runi is about 70 km, with the usual travel time around ~2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Runi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Runi
Where is Runi located?
Runi village is located in Dhanera Taluka, Banas Kantha district, Gujarat, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runi?
Runi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Runi?
The pincode of Runi is 385545.
What is the population of Runi?
Runi has a total population of 4,018, including 2,039 males and 1,979 females.
How many households are there in Runi?
There are 667 households in Runi.
What is the literacy rate in Runi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runi is 51.69%. Male literacy is 63.12% and female literacy is 39.92%.