Runmali - Sakri, Dhule
Runmali is a village situated in the Sakri tehsil of Dhule district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 27 km from the tehsil headquarters in Sakri and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Dhule. Runmali village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runmali is 526278. The village covers a total geographical area of 1395 hectares and falls under the 424305 pincode. Nandurbar is the nearest town, located about 55 km away.
Runmali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Sakri Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nandurbar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runmali
As per Census 2011, Runmali village has a total population of 2,006 people, consisting of 1,008 males and 998 females. The village has 388 households and a sex ratio of 990 females per 1,000 males. There are 342 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 695 literate and 1,311 illiterate residents. Additionally, 15 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1,387 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runmali are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,006 | 1,008 | 998 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 342 | 182 | 160 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 15 | 8 | 7 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1,387 | 688 | 699 |
| Literate Population | 695 | 398 | 297 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,311 | 610 | 701 |
Nearby Villages of Runmali
Runmali 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Varsus | North-West | 2.73 km |
| Vaskhedi | West | 3.76 km |
| Chipalipada | North-West | 3.97 km |
| Khudane | South | 4.23 km |
| Jaitane | South-East | 4.48 km |
| Vajadare | North-East | 4.80 km |
| Titane | North | 5.42 km |
| Zirani | West | 5.44 km |
| Jamki | West | 6.34 km |
| Akhade | East | 6.56 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runmali
Public transport in the Runmali is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Choupale, while the nearest airport is Jalgaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 110.6 km.
| 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 Nandurbar to Runmali is about 55 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Dhule to Runmali is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runmali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runmali 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Runmali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runmali 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 5-10 km |
FAQs about Runmali
Where is Runmali located?
Runmali village is located in Sakri Tehsil, Dhule district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runmali?
Runmali is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Runmali?
The pincode of Runmali is 424305.
What is the population of Runmali?
Runmali has a total population of 2,006, including 1,008 males and 998 females.
How many households are there in Runmali?
There are 388 households in Runmali.
What is the literacy rate in Runmali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runmali is 34.65%. Male literacy is 39.48% and female literacy is 29.76%.