Runtigadhi Rural Municipality is one of the ten local levels within Rolpa District of Lumbini Province, under the Federal Democratic Republic of Nepal. Named after the sacred birthplace, “Runti,” and the spiritual site, “Gadhi,” where Mahaprabhu meditated, its administrative center is located in Holeri, Rolpa. It lies 40 km northwest of the district headquarters, Liwang.
This municipality comprises nine wards. It is bordered by Rolpa Municipality and Sunil Smriti Rural Municipality to the east; Dang and Salyan districts to the west; Triveni Rural Municipality to the north; and Dang and Pyuthan districts to the south.
Runtigadhi is a mid-hill rural municipality situated along the Mahabharat range. The area offers diverse natural beauty, with altitudes ranging from 750 meters to 2150 meters above sea level. It covers an area of 232.68 sq. km and lies between 82º23’45.567” to 82º37’50.126” E longitude and 28º5’35.629” to 28º10’48.940” N latitude.
The soil is predominantly sandy due to its location within the Chure hills. The climate is temperate, with temperatures ranging from 0°C in winter to 30°C in summer. The average annual rainfall is around 125 cm.
Located 40 km from Liwang, the district headquarters, this rural municipality falls in the western region of Nepal. The name ‘Runtigadhi’ is derived from ‘Runti,’ the birthplace of the revered Swargadwari Mahaprabhu, and ‘Gadhi,’ the site of his meditation and an essential fort during Nepal’s unification period.
Male population: 13,349
Female population: 14,942
Total population: 28,291
Total households: 5,608
Runtigadhi is culturally and socially rich. The Magar community is predominant, followed by Brahmin, Chhetri, Thakuri, Sanyasi, Kami, Damai, Sarki, and Gharti communities.
The municipality observes a peaceful coexistence of Hindu, Buddhist, and Christian religious followers. Major festivals include Dashain, Tihar, Janai Purnima, and Buddha Jayanti. Traditional dances and music such as Panche Baja, Kaura, Sorathi, Mayur Naach, Sarangi Naach, Bhaiyaure, Balan, and Chudka are preserved and practiced.
After the administrative restructuring in 2073 BS, the previous seven wards in Rolpa were reorganized into nine wards under this municipality.
Both males and females show satisfactory literacy levels. However, the female illiteracy rate is still notable at 87.077%.
Among individuals aged 10 years and above, 52.6% are married, while 44.6% remain unmarried.
Approximately 96.818% of residents have migrated from other areas. Ward No. 5 records the highest number of settlers from outside the area.
In the last 12 months, Wards 1 and 3 had the highest birth rates. Meanwhile, only 4.16% of households experienced a death, with Wards 2 and 8 reporting the highest mortality.
About 65.168% of residents first visit a pharmacy when ill. This highlights the need for improved health services and facilities in the area.
Runtigadhi Rural Municipality was officially established on Falgun 27, 2073 BS, merging the former VDCs of Jhenam, Sakhi, Jaulipokhari, Masina, Dubring, Jedbang (wards 7, 8, and 9), and Duwidanda.
Ward 1: Jedbang (7–9) and Jaulipokhari (3–6)
Population: 3,879
Area: 29.33 sq. km
Ward 2: Jaulipokhari (1, 2, 7–9)
Population: 1,927
Area: 14.62 sq. km
Ward 3: Masina (4, 6–9)
Population: 2,761
Area: 21.12 sq. km
Ward 4: Masina (1–3, 5)
Population: 2,443
Area: 15.34 sq. km
Ward 5: Duwidanda (1–9)
Population: 4,257
Area: 29.07 sq. km
Ward 6: Dubring (1–9)
Population: 4,159
Area: 50.64 sq. km
Ward 7: Jhenam (1–5)
Population: 2,991
Area: 21.07 sq. km
Ward 8: Jhenam (6–9)
Population: 2,438
Area: 21.37 sq. km
Ward 9: Sakhi (1–9)
Population: 3,436
Area: 30.12 sq. km
Ward 1:
Males: 1,988
Females: 2,098
Total: 4,086
Households: N/A
Ward 2:
Males: 1,336
Females: 1,352
Total: 2,688
Ward 3:
Males: 1,320
Females: 1,302
Total: 2,622
Ward 4:
Males: 1,205
Females: 1,224
Total: 2,429
Ward 5:
Males: 2,271
Females: 2,224
Total: 4,495
Ward 6:
Males: 1,980
Females: 1,944
Total: 3,926
Ward 7:
Males: 1,594
Females: 1,562
Total: 3,156
Ward 8:
Males: 1,258
Females: 1,268
Total: 2,526
Ward 9:
Males: 1,666
Females: 1,600
Total: 3,267
Total:
Males: 14,618
Females: 14,574
Population: 29,195
Pre-schools: 48
Basic Schools: 57
Secondary Schools: 9
Plus-2 Schools: 3
Public Schools: 54
Private Schools: 3
Total Schools: 57
Deep Jyoti English Boarding School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–6)
Golden Sunrise English Boarding School – Runtigadhi – (3–5)
Advance Child Care English Boarding School – Runtigadhi – (3–6)
Mahendra Secondary School Rolpa – Holeri, Runtigadhi – (1–12)
Suryodaya Secondary School Rolpa – Masina, Runtigadhi – (1–12)
Bhimsen Secondary School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–12)
Nepal Rastriya Secondary School – Dubring, Runtigadhi – (Nursery–10)
Ganesh Secondary School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–10)
Nepal Rastriya Secondary School – Ranjat, Rithabot, Runtigadhi – (Nursery–10)
Janakalyan Secondary School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–10)
Saraswati Secondary School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–10)
Padmodaya Secondary School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–10)
Jana Jyoti Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Hemanta Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Chandrodaya Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Bal Kalyan Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Uma Bhakta Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Saraswati Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Indra Devi Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Bhanu Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Tripureshwori Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Chandrodaya Basic School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–8)
Daha Danda Primary School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–5)
Uttamjan Primary School – Runtigadhi – (Nursery–5)
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