Runi - Bhabhar, Vav-Tharad
Runi is a village situated in the Bhabhar taluka of Vav-Tharad district, Gujarat. It is located approximately 10 km from Bhabhar and around 110 km from Palanpur. Runi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runi is 508479. The village covers a total geographical area of 1858.99 hectares and falls under the 385320 pincode. Bhabhar is the nearest town, located about 10 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 Vav Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Banaskantha Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runi
According to the 2011 Census, Runi village had a total population of 3,860 people, including 2,021 males and 1,839 females, living in 642 households. The sex ratio was 910 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.52%, with male literacy at 71.33% and female literacy at 40.58%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 452, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1.
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 | 3,860 | 2,021 | 1,839 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 631 | 347 | 284 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 452 | 236 | 216 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 1,825 | 1,194 | 631 |
| Illiterate Population | 2,035 | 827 | 1,208 |
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 bus services. The nearest railway station is located within 5-10 km of Runi.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Bhabhar to Runi is about 10 km, with a usual travel time of around 15-30 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Palanpur to Runi is about 110 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.1 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 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 5-10 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) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Runi
Where is Runi located?
Runi village is located in Bhabhar Taluka, Vav-Tharad 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 385320.
What is the population of Runi?
Runi had a total population of 3,860, including 2,021 males and 1,839 females.
How many households are there in Runi?
Runi had 642 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runi was 56.52%. Male literacy was 71.33% and female literacy was 40.58%.