Rekawaya - Orchha, Narayanpur
Rekawaya is a village situated in the Orchha tehsil of Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh. It is located approximately 55 km from the tehsil headquarters in Orchha and around 120 km from the district headquarters in Narayanpur. Rekawaya village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rekawaya is 450042. The village falls under the 494661 pincode. Narayanpur is the nearest town, located about 120 km away.
Rekawaya village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Narayanpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bastar Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rekawaya
According to the 2011 Census, Rekawaya village had a total population of 510 people, including 253 males and 257 females, living in 95 households. The sex ratio was 1,016 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 9.57%, with male literacy at 8.29% and female literacy at 10.95%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 510.
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 | 510 | 253 | 257 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 92 | 36 | 56 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 510 | 253 | 257 |
| Literate Population | 40 | 18 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 470 | 235 | 235 |
Nearby Villages of Rekawaya
Rekawaya 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 Rekawaya
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rekawaya.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within NA |
| 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 Narayanpur to Rekawaya is about 120 km, with a usual travel time of around ~3.4 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rekawaya
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rekawaya 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 Rekawaya
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rekawaya village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rekawaya
Where is Rekawaya located?
Rekawaya village is located in Orchha Tehsil, Narayanpur district, Chhattisgarh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rekawaya?
Rekawaya is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Rekawaya?
The pincode of Rekawaya is 494661.
What is the population of Rekawaya?
Rekawaya had a total population of 510, including 253 males and 257 females.
How many households are there in Rekawaya?
Rekawaya had 95 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rekawaya?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rekawaya was 9.57%. Male literacy was 8.29% and female literacy was 10.95%.