Runi - Sardarpur, Dhar
Runi is a village situated in the Sardarpur tehsil of Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 44 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sardarpur and around 79 km from the district headquarters in Dhar. Baslai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runi village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runi is 474564. The village covers a total geographical area of 757.52 hectares and falls under the 454660 pincode. Sardarpur is the nearest town, located about 44 km away.
Runi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Runi
As per Census 2011, Runi village has a total population of 1,823 people, consisting of 931 males and 892 females. The village has 367 households and a sex ratio of 958 females per 1,000 males. There are 364 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 854 literate and 969 illiterate residents. Additionally, 4 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,743 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runi are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,823 | 931 | 892 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 364 | 200 | 164 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,743 | 887 | 856 |
| Literate Population | 854 | 519 | 335 |
| Illiterate Population | 969 | 412 | 557 |
Nearby Villages of Runi
Runi is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Sinduriya | South | 2.76 km |
| Baslai | West | 3.07 km |
| Kher Kheda | North | 3.15 km |
| Nagjhiri | East | 3.17 km |
| Shivgarh | South-East | 3.34 km |
| Ralayta | North-East | 3.99 km |
| Akolya | South-West | 4.78 km |
| Patolaya | South | 5.04 km |
| Bulgari | East | 5.40 km |
| Ramkheda | North-West | 5.45 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runi
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Runi. The nearest railway station is Runija, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 58.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| 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 Sardarpur to Runi is about 44 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhar to Runi is about 79 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runi 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 Runi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runi 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 Runi
Where is Runi located?
Runi village is located in Sardarpur Tehsil, Dhar district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runi?
The Gram Panchayat of Runi is Baslai.
What is the pincode of Runi?
The pincode of Runi is 454660.
What is the population of Runi?
Runi has a total population of 1,823, including 931 males and 892 females.
How many households are there in Runi?
There are 367 households in Runi.
What is the literacy rate in Runi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runi is 46.85%. Male literacy is 55.75% and female literacy is 37.56%.