Runjabindha - Raruan, Mayurbhanj
Runjabindha is a village situated in the Raruan tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 7 km from the tehsil headquarters in Raruan and around 139 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Baidyanath serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runjabindha village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runjabindha is 388663. The village covers a total geographical area of 31 hectares and falls under the 757035 pincode. Karanjia is the nearest town, located about 39 km away.
Runjabindha village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Jashipur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runjabindha
According to the 2011 Census, Runjabindha village had a total population of 436 people, including 224 males and 212 females, living in 104 households. The sex ratio was 946 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 73.33%, with male literacy at 83.42% and female literacy at 62.83%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 212.
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 | 436 | 224 | 212 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 25 | 21 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 63 | 42 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 212 | 103 | 109 |
| Literate Population | 286 | 166 | 120 |
| Illiterate Population | 150 | 58 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Runjabindha
Runjabindha is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Runjabindha
Runjabindha is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 2-5 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Karanjia to Runjabindha is about 39 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Runjabindha is about 139 km, with the usual travel time around ~4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runjabindha
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runjabindha 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Runjabindha
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runjabindha 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 Runjabindha
Where is Runjabindha located?
Runjabindha village is located in Raruan Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Runjabindha?
The Gram Panchayat of Runjabindha is Baidyanath.
What is the pincode of Runjabindha?
The pincode of Runjabindha is 757035.
What is the population of Runjabindha?
Runjabindha had a total population of 436, including 224 males and 212 females.
How many households are there in Runjabindha?
Runjabindha had 104 households.
What is the literacy rate in Runjabindha?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runjabindha was 73.33%. Male literacy was 83.42% and female literacy was 62.83%.