Runda - Rohru, Shimla
Runda is a village situated in the Rohru tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Barasali serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runda village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runda is 026460. The village covers a total geographical area of 84.38 hectares and falls under the 171207 pincode. Rohru is the nearest town.
Runda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rohru Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runda
According to the 2011 Census, Runda village had a total population of 338 people, including 160 males and 178 females, living in 74 households. The sex ratio was 1,113 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 72.94%, with male literacy at 85.21% and female literacy at 62.11%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 116.
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 | 338 | 160 | 178 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 116 | 54 | 62 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 221 | 121 | 100 |
| Illiterate Population | 117 | 39 | 78 |
Nearby Villages of Runda
Runda 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 Runda
Runda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Runda is about 125 km, with the usual travel time around ~3.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runda 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Runda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runda 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 Runda
Where is Runda located?
Runda village is located in Rohru Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Runda?
The Gram Panchayat of Runda is Barasali.
What is the pincode of Runda?
The pincode of Runda is 171207.
What is the population of Runda?
Runda had a total population of 338, including 160 males and 178 females.
How many households are there in Runda?
Runda had 74 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runda was 72.94%. Male literacy was 85.21% and female literacy was 62.11%.