Runi Village - Shankheshvar, Patan
Runi is a village situated in the Shankheshvar taluka of Patan district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 20 km from Sami and around 50 km from Patan. Runi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runi is 509048. The village covers a total geographical area of 1048.94 hectares and falls under the 384241 pincode. Harij is the nearest town, located about 20 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 Chanasma Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Patan Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runi
As per Census 2011, Runi village has a total population of 1,105 people, consisting of 587 males and 518 females. The village has 201 households and a sex ratio of 882 females per 1,000 males. There are 170 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 635 literate and 470 illiterate residents. Additionally, 302 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runi are given below:
| Particulars | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,105 | 587 | 518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 170 | 95 | 75 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 302 | 160 | 142 |
| Literate Population | 635 | 410 | 225 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 177 | 293 |
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
Runi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Harij to Runi is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patan to Runi is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 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 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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 >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Runi
Where is Runi located?
Runi village is located in Shankheshvar Taluka, Patan 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 384241.
What is the population of Runi?
Runi has a total population of 1,105, including 587 males and 518 females.
How many households are there in Runi?
There are 201 households in Runi.
What is the literacy rate in Runi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runi is 57.47%. Male literacy is 69.85% and female literacy is 43.44%.