Runj - Purna, Parbhani
Runj is a village situated in the Purna tehsil of Parbhani district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 20 km from the tehsil headquarters in Purna and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Parbhani. Runj village is a designated Village Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runj is 547206. The village covers a total geographical area of 267.81 hectares and falls under the 431511 pincode. Purna is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Runj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Runj
According to the 2011 Census, Runj village had a total population of 926 people, including 466 males and 460 females, living in 212 households. The sex ratio was 987 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.41%, with male literacy at 86.26% and female literacy at 64.65%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 145.
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 | 926 | 466 | 460 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 137 | 73 | 64 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 145 | 77 | 68 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 595 | 339 | 256 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 127 | 204 |
Nearby Villages of Runj
Runj 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sonna | North | 1.85 km |
| Satephal | South | 1.91 km |
| Gunj | West | 2.64 km |
| Changephal | North-East | 2.94 km |
| Pimpalgaon Likha | North-West | 3.50 km |
| Kawalgaon | East | 3.66 km |
| Anteshwar | South-West | 4.15 km |
| Dutka | West | 4.54 km |
| Narhapur | North | 4.54 km |
| Dhanora Motya | South | 4.61 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runj
Public transport in the Runj is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chudawa, while the nearest airport is Nanded Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 17.2 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within 5-10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Purna to Runj is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Parbhani to Runj 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 Runj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runj 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 Runj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runj 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 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Runj
Where is Runj located?
Runj village is located in Purna Tehsil, Parbhani district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the Village Panchayat of Runj?
Runj is its own Village Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Runj?
The pincode of Runj is 431511.
What is the population of Runj?
Runj had a total population of 926, including 466 males and 460 females.
How many households are there in Runj?
Runj had 212 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runj was 75.41%. Male literacy was 86.26% and female literacy was 64.65%.