Runkali Godhan - Theog, Shimla
Runkali Godhan is a village situated in the Theog tehsil of Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh. Sandhu serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runkali Godhan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runkali Godhan is 025018. The village covers a total geographical area of 52.04 hectares and falls under the 171201 pincode. Theog is the nearest town.
Runkali Godhan 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 Godhan
According to the 2011 Census, Runkali Godhan village had a total population of 103 people, including 55 males and 48 females, living in 23 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 76.04%, with male literacy at 84.31% and female literacy at 66.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 19.
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 | 103 | 55 | 48 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 7 | 4 | 3 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 19 | 10 | 9 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 73 | 43 | 30 |
| Illiterate Population | 30 | 12 | 18 |
Nearby Villages of Runkali Godhan
Runkali Godhan 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 Godhan
Public transport in the Runkali Godhan is mainly available through bus services.
| 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 Runkali Godhan is about 44 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runkali Godhan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runkali Godhan 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Runkali Godhan
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 Godhan 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 Godhan
Where is Runkali Godhan located?
Runkali Godhan village is located in Theog Tehsil, Shimla district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Runkali Godhan?
The Gram Panchayat of Runkali Godhan is Sandhu.
What is the pincode of Runkali Godhan?
The pincode of Runkali Godhan is 171201.
What is the population of Runkali Godhan?
Runkali Godhan had a total population of 103, including 55 males and 48 females.
How many households are there in Runkali Godhan?
Runkali Godhan had 23 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runkali Godhan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runkali Godhan was 76.04%. Male literacy was 84.31% and female literacy was 66.67%.