Runipani - Subdega, Sundargarh
Runipani is a village situated in the Subdega tehsil of Sundargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 10 km from Talasara and around 40 km from Sundargarh. Tangargaon serves as the Gram Panchayat for Runipani village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Runipani is 384025. The village covers a total geographical area of 496 hectares and falls under the 770074 pincode. Sundargarh is the nearest town, located about 45 km away.
Runipani village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Talsara Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Sundargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Runipani
As per Census 2011, Runipani village has a total population of 359 people, consisting of 185 males and 174 females. The village has 69 households and a sex ratio of 940 females per 1,000 males. There are 77 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 183 literate and 176 illiterate residents. Additionally, 12 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 207 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Runipani are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 359 | 185 | 174 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 77 | 46 | 31 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 207 | 113 | 94 |
| Literate Population | 183 | 107 | 76 |
| Illiterate Population | 176 | 78 | 98 |
Nearby Villages of Runipani
Runipani 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Tangargaon | North-East | 2.39 km |
| Tentulijharia | West | 3.88 km |
| Hutopani | North-West | 4.44 km |
| Belkuba | North | 4.70 km |
| Simdega | South-West | 4.91 km |
| Deobahal | North-East | 5.21 km |
| Chikatjore | North-West | 5.31 km |
| Sagojor | East | 5.97 km |
| Bhalutungri | West | 5.99 km |
| Rengali | West | 6.01 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Runipani
Public transport in the Runipani is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Tangarmunda, while the nearest airport is Jharsuguda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 40.3 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 Sundargarh to Runipani is about 45 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.3 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Sundargarh to Runipani is about 40 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 Runipani
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Runipani village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Runipani
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Runipani 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 1-2 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Runipani
Where is Runipani located?
Runipani village is located in Subdega Tehsil, Sundargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Runipani?
The Gram Panchayat of Runipani is Tangargaon.
What is the pincode of Runipani?
The pincode of Runipani is 770074.
What is the population of Runipani?
Runipani has a total population of 359, including 185 males and 174 females.
How many households are there in Runipani?
There are 69 households in Runipani.
What is the literacy rate in Runipani?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Runipani is 50.97%. Male literacy is 57.84% and female literacy is 43.68%.