Runza - Kelapur, Yavatmal
Runza is a village situated in the Kelapur tehsil of Yavatmal district, Maharashtra. It is located approximately 18 km from the tehsil headquarters in Pandharkaoda and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Yavatmal. Runza village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runza is 543433. The village covers a total geographical area of 349.59 hectares and falls under the 445302 pincode. Pandharkaoda is the nearest town, located about 18 km away.
Runza village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ralegaon Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Yavatmal-Washim Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runza
As per Census 2011, Runza village has a total population of 2,571 people, consisting of 1,299 males and 1,272 females. The village has 653 households and a sex ratio of 979 females per 1,000 males. There are 276 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,876 literate and 695 illiterate residents. Additionally, 36 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 877 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runza are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,571 | 1,299 | 1,272 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 276 | 131 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 36 | 19 | 17 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 877 | 446 | 431 |
| Literate Population | 1,876 | 1,007 | 869 |
| Illiterate Population | 695 | 292 | 403 |
Nearby Villages of Runza
Runza 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Shampur | East | 1.66 km |
| Karegaon(rampur) | North | 2.15 km |
| Pathari | South-East | 2.29 km |
| Vrindavantakli | South | 2.53 km |
| Dabha | East | 3.34 km |
| Joginkawada | East | 3.60 km |
| Jarang | South-West | 4.11 km |
| Nandpur | South-East | 4.25 km |
| Chikhaldara | North | 5.15 km |
| Meera | East | 5.15 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runza
Runza is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Pimpalkhuti, while the nearest airport is Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 92.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Pandharkaoda to Runza is about 18 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Yavatmal to Runza is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runza
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runza village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Runza
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runza village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Runza
Where is Runza located?
Runza village is located in Kelapur Tehsil, Yavatmal district, Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runza?
Runza is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Runza?
The pincode of Runza is 445302.
What is the population of Runza?
Runza has a total population of 2,571, including 1,299 males and 1,272 females.
How many households are there in Runza?
There are 653 households in Runza.
What is the literacy rate in Runza?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runza is 72.97%. Male literacy is 77.52% and female literacy is 68.32%.