Runkali Digar - Theog, Shimla
Runkali Digar is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runkali Digar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runkali Digar is 025020. The village covers a total geographical area of 67.55 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Runkali Digar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Pradhan serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Theog Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runkali Digar
According to the 2011 Census, Runkali Digar village had a total population of 119 people, including 52 males and 67 females, living in 21 households. The sex ratio was 1,288 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 84.62%, with male literacy at 91.30% and female literacy at 79.31%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 12.
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 | 119 | 52 | 67 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 15 | 6 | 9 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 5 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 88 | 42 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 31 | 10 | 21 |
Nearby Villages of Runkali Digar
Runkali Digar 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 Runkali Digar
Public transport in the Runkali Digar is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Runkali Digar is about 42 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runkali Digar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runkali Digar village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Runkali Digar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runkali Digar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Runkali Digar
Where is Runkali Digar located?
Runkali Digar village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Runkali Digar?
The Gram Panchayat of Runkali Digar is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Runkali Digar?
The pincode of Runkali Digar is 171201.
What is the population of Runkali Digar?
Runkali Digar had a total population of 119, including 52 males and 67 females.
How many households are there in Runkali Digar?
Runkali Digar had 21 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runkali Digar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runkali Digar was 84.62%. Male literacy was 91.30% and female literacy was 79.31%.