Rega - Araku Valley, Alluri Sitharama Raju
Rega is a village situated in the Araku Valley mandal of Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 17 km from Araku Valley and around 117 km from Visakhapatnam. Bondam serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rega village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rega is 584087. The village covers a total geographical area of 78 hectares and falls under the 531149 pincode. Visakhapatnam is the nearest town, located about 117 km away.
Rega village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Rega
As per Census 2011, Rega village has a total population of 269 people, consisting of 142 males and 127 females. The village has 63 households and a sex ratio of 894 females per 1,000 males. There are 46 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 103 literate and 166 illiterate residents. Additionally, 266 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Rega are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 269 | 142 | 127 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 46 | 32 | 14 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 266 | 142 | 124 |
| Literate Population | 103 | 68 | 35 |
| Illiterate Population | 166 | 74 | 92 |
Nearby Villages of Rega
Rega 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 Rega
Public transport in the Rega is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Visakhapatnam to Rega is about 117 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rega
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rega village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Rega
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rega village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rega
Where is Rega located?
Rega village is located in Araku Valley Mandal, Alluri Sitharama Raju district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rega?
The Gram Panchayat of Rega is Bondam.
What is the pincode of Rega?
The pincode of Rega is 531149.
What is the population of Rega?
Rega has a total population of 269, including 142 males and 127 females.
How many households are there in Rega?
There are 63 households in Rega.
What is the literacy rate in Rega?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rega is 38.29%. Male literacy is 47.89% and female literacy is 27.56%.