Resham - Bheden, Bargarh
Resham is a village situated in the Bheden tehsil of Bargarh district, Odisha. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bheden and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Bargarh. Resham village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Resham is 380565. The village covers a total geographical area of 760 hectares and falls under the 768104 pincode. Bargarh is the nearest town, located about 35 km away.
Resham village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Attabira Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bargarh Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Resham
As per Census 2011, Resham village has a total population of 3,138 people, consisting of 1,620 males and 1,518 females. The village has 807 households and a sex ratio of 937 females per 1,000 males. There are 290 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,185 literate and 953 illiterate residents. Additionally, 1,092 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 115 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Resham are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,138 | 1,620 | 1,518 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 290 | 144 | 146 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1,092 | 578 | 514 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 115 | 57 | 58 |
| Literate Population | 2,185 | 1,268 | 917 |
| Illiterate Population | 953 | 352 | 601 |
Nearby Villages of Resham
Resham 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Padhanpali | South | 1.18 km |
| Singhenpali | West | 1.66 km |
| Areigudi | East | 2.14 km |
| Salhepali | East | 2.19 km |
| Ichhapadar | North-East | 2.50 km |
| Ainlapali | North | 2.58 km |
| Sarasmal | South-West | 3.00 km |
| Ainlamunda | South | 3.12 km |
| Teleimal | South-East | 3.18 km |
| Guduramunda | East | 3.59 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Resham
Resham is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Barpali, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 46.9 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| 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 Bargarh to Resham is about 35 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Resham
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Resham village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | No | Available within 1-2 km |
Health Facilities in Resham
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Resham village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Resham
Where is Resham located?
Resham village is located in Bheden Tehsil, Bargarh district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Resham?
Resham is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Resham?
The pincode of Resham is 768104.
What is the population of Resham?
Resham has a total population of 3,138, including 1,620 males and 1,518 females.
How many households are there in Resham?
There are 807 households in Resham.
What is the literacy rate in Resham?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Resham is 69.63%. Male literacy is 78.27% and female literacy is 60.41%.