Runja Chanar - Dadahu, Sirmaur
Runja Chanar is a village situated in the Dadahu tehsil of Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh. Nehar Sawar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runja Chanar village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runja Chanar is 023035. The village covers a total geographical area of 166 hectares and falls under the 173022 pincode. Nahan is the nearest town.
Runja Chanar village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sri renukaji Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Shimla Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runja Chanar
According to the 2011 Census, Runja Chanar village had a total population of 162 people, including 84 males and 78 females, living in 32 households. The sex ratio was 929 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 78.01%, with male literacy at 84.21% and female literacy at 70.77%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 20.
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 | 162 | 84 | 78 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 21 | 8 | 13 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 110 | 64 | 46 |
| Illiterate Population | 52 | 20 | 32 |
Nearby Villages of Runja Chanar
Runja Chanar 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 Runja Chanar
Runja Chanar 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 | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. the road distance from Nahan to Runja Chanar is about 45 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 Runja Chanar
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runja Chanar 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 Runja Chanar
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runja Chanar village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Runja Chanar
Where is Runja Chanar located?
Runja Chanar village is located in Dadahu Tehsil, Sirmaur district, Himachal Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runja Chanar?
The Gram Panchayat of Runja Chanar is Nehar Sawar.
What is the pincode of Runja Chanar?
The pincode of Runja Chanar is 173022.
What is the population of Runja Chanar?
Runja Chanar had a total population of 162, including 84 males and 78 females.
How many households are there in Runja Chanar?
Runja Chanar had 32 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runja Chanar?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runja Chanar was 78.01%. Male literacy was 84.21% and female literacy was 70.77%.