Runkheda - Khacharod, Ujjain
Runkheda is a village situated in the Khacharod tehsil of Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khacharod and around 87 km from the district headquarters in Ujjain. Runkheda village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runkheda is 471081. The village covers a total geographical area of 815.25 hectares and falls under the 456224 pincode. Khacharod is the nearest town, located about 17 km away.
Runkheda village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Runkheda
As per Census 2011, Runkheda village has a total population of 1,621 people, consisting of 829 males and 792 females. The village has 299 households and a sex ratio of 955 females per 1,000 males. There are 236 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,002 literate and 619 illiterate residents. Additionally, 269 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 53 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runkheda are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,621 | 829 | 792 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 236 | 129 | 107 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 269 | 137 | 132 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 53 | 26 | 27 |
| Literate Population | 1,002 | 610 | 392 |
| Illiterate Population | 619 | 219 | 400 |
Nearby Villages of Runkheda
Runkheda 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Unchaheda | South | 1.37 km |
| Dhamotar | West | 2.27 km |
| Bordiya | North-East | 2.43 km |
| Morda | North | 3.07 km |
| Kanwas | South-East | 3.20 km |
| Thadoda | East | 3.96 km |
| Malwasa | South | 4.04 km |
| Rigania | North-East | 4.30 km |
| Singa Khedi | North-West | 4.31 km |
| Khandwa | North-East | 4.43 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runkheda
Runkheda is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village. The nearest railway station is Runkhera, while the nearest airport is Devi Ahilyabai Holkar Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 81.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khacharod to Runkheda is about 17 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Ujjain to Runkheda is about 87 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runkheda
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runkheda village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Runkheda
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runkheda 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 Runkheda
Where is Runkheda located?
Runkheda village is located in Khacharod Tehsil, Ujjain district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runkheda?
Runkheda is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Runkheda?
The pincode of Runkheda is 456224.
What is the population of Runkheda?
Runkheda has a total population of 1,621, including 829 males and 792 females.
How many households are there in Runkheda?
There are 299 households in Runkheda.
What is the literacy rate in Runkheda?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runkheda is 61.81%. Male literacy is 73.58% and female literacy is 49.49%.