Runkei - Kakatpur, Puri
Runkei is a village situated in the Kakatpur tehsil of Puri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 8 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kakatpur and around 50 km from the district headquarters in Puri. Jaleswarpada serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runkei village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runkei is 409161. The village covers a total geographical area of 138 hectares and falls under the 752118 pincode. Konark is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Runkei village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kakatpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Jagatsinghpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runkei
As per Census 2011, Runkei village has a total population of 1,101 people, consisting of 570 males and 531 females. The village has 277 households and a sex ratio of 931 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 800 literate and 301 illiterate residents. Additionally, 271 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runkei are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,101 | 570 | 531 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 60 | 51 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 271 | 138 | 133 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | - | 1 |
| Literate Population | 800 | 456 | 344 |
| Illiterate Population | 301 | 114 | 187 |
Nearby Villages of Runkei
Runkei 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Furusipada | South-West | 0.94 km |
| Aingol | West | 1.27 km |
| Jaleswarpada | South-East | 1.33 km |
| Kajalpatia | South-West | 1.61 km |
| Tarat | North-East | 1.63 km |
| Bagal | South-West | 1.66 km |
| Muruda | North-West | 1.68 km |
| Patapur | North | 1.69 km |
| Kansilo | South | 1.83 km |
| Sadenga | North-East | 1.98 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runkei
Runkei is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sakhi Gopal, while the nearest airport is Biju Patnaik Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 36.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 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 Konark to Runkei is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Puri to Runkei is about 50 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Runkei
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runkei village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Runkei
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runkei 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 Runkei
Where is Runkei located?
Runkei village is located in Kakatpur Tehsil, Puri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runkei?
The Gram Panchayat of Runkei is Jaleswarpada.
What is the pincode of Runkei?
The pincode of Runkei is 752118.
What is the population of Runkei?
Runkei has a total population of 1,101, including 570 males and 531 females.
How many households are there in Runkei?
There are 277 households in Runkei.
What is the literacy rate in Runkei?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runkei is 72.66%. Male literacy is 80.00% and female literacy is 64.78%.