Runda - Jhiranya, Khargone (West Nimar)
Runda is a village situated in the Jhiranya tehsil of Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 50 km from the tehsil headquarters in Jhiranya and around 90 km from the district headquarters in Khargone. Runda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runda is 477977. The village covers a total geographical area of 694.61 hectares and falls under the 451332 pincode. Jhiranya is the nearest town, located about 50 km away.
Runda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Runda
According to the 2011 Census, Runda village had a total population of 1,762 people, including 894 males and 868 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 971 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 21.28%, with male literacy at 24.30% and female literacy at 18.24%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 115, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 1,640.
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 | 1,762 | 894 | 868 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 399 | 211 | 188 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 115 | 60 | 55 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,640 | 830 | 810 |
| Literate Population | 290 | 166 | 124 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,472 | 728 | 744 |
Nearby Villages of Runda
Runda 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 Runda
Runda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Jhiranya to Runda is about 50 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.4 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Khargone to Runda is about 90 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runda 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 Runda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runda 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 Runda
Where is Runda located?
Runda village is located in Jhiranya Tehsil, Khargone (West Nimar) district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Runda?
Runda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Runda?
The pincode of Runda is 451332.
What is the population of Runda?
Runda had a total population of 1,762, including 894 males and 868 females.
How many households are there in Runda?
Runda had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runda was 21.28%. Male literacy was 24.30% and female literacy was 18.24%.