Runpu - Sarahan, Shimla
Runpu is a village situated in the Sarahan tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. It is located approximately 174 km from Shimla. Kinnu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runpu village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runpu is 023590. The village covers a total geographical area of 181 hectares and falls under the 172102 pincode. Rampur is the nearest town.
Runpu village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rampur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runpu
According to the 2011 Census, Runpu village had a total population of 338 people, including 173 males and 165 females, living in 63 households. The sex ratio was 954 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 92.95%, with male literacy at 95.73% and female literacy at 89.86%.
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 | 173 | 165 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 9 | 17 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 157 | 133 |
| Illiterate Population | 48 | 16 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Runpu
Runpu 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 Runpu
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Runpu.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Shimla to Runpu is about 174 km, with the usual travel time around ~5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runpu
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runpu village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Runpu
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runpu village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Runpu
Where is Runpu located?
Runpu village is located in Sarahan Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runpu?
The Gram Panchayat of Runpu is Kinnu.
What is the pincode of Runpu?
The pincode of Runpu is 172102.
What is the population of Runpu?
Runpu had a total population of 338, including 173 males and 165 females.
How many households are there in Runpu?
Runpu had 63 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runpu?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runpu was 92.95%. Male literacy was 95.73% and female literacy was 89.86%.