Runimahul - Saintala, Balangir
Runimahul is a village situated in the Saintala tehsil of Balangir district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Saintala and around 30 km from the district headquarters in Balangir. Kandhkelgaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runimahul village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runimahul is 421060. The village covers a total geographical area of 379 hectares and falls under the 767032 pincode. Titlagarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Runimahul village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Titilagarh Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runimahul
As per Census 2011, Runimahul village has a total population of 422 people, consisting of 203 males and 219 females. The village has 107 households and a sex ratio of 1,078 females per 1,000 males. There are 76 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 254 literate and 168 illiterate residents. Additionally, 220 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runimahul are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 422 | 203 | 219 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 76 | 36 | 40 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 220 | 103 | 117 |
| Literate Population | 254 | 138 | 116 |
| Illiterate Population | 168 | 65 | 103 |
Nearby Villages of Runimahul
Runimahul 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Manumunda | East | 1.89 km |
| Jaliadarah | South-East | 2.67 km |
| Bagjor | West | 2.81 km |
| Badmunda | East | 2.88 km |
| Karlidhua | South | 2.95 km |
| Kandhkelgaon | South-East | 3.42 km |
| Bahali | North-East | 3.45 km |
| Junanimal | South-West | 4.04 km |
| Kermeli | South | 4.23 km |
| Dhumapali | South-East | 4.44 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runimahul
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Runimahul. The nearest railway station is Deogan Road, while the nearest airport is Nuagaon Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 6.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Titlagarh to Runimahul is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Balangir to Runimahul is about 30 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runimahul
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runimahul village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Runimahul
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runimahul village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
FAQs about Runimahul
Where is Runimahul located?
Runimahul village is located in Saintala Tehsil, Balangir district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runimahul?
The Gram Panchayat of Runimahul is Kandhkelgaon.
What is the pincode of Runimahul?
The pincode of Runimahul is 767032.
What is the population of Runimahul?
Runimahul has a total population of 422, including 203 males and 219 females.
How many households are there in Runimahul?
There are 107 households in Runimahul.
What is the literacy rate in Runimahul?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runimahul is 60.19%. Male literacy is 67.98% and female literacy is 52.97%.