Regam - Rayagada, Gajapati
Regam is a village situated in the Rayagada tehsil of Gajapati district, Odisha. It is located approximately 40 km from Garabandha and around 40 km from Paralakhemundi. Lailai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Regam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Regam is 414885. The village covers a total geographical area of 107 hectares and falls under the 761215 pincode. Parlakhemundi is the nearest town, located about 22 km away.
Regam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Mohana Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Berhampur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Regam
As per Census 2011, Regam village has a total population of 125 people, consisting of 60 males and 65 females. The village has 28 households and a sex ratio of 1,083 females per 1,000 males. There are 20 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 28 literate and 97 illiterate residents. Additionally, 125 people belong to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Regam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 20 | 9 | 11 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 125 | 60 | 65 |
| Literate Population | 28 | 23 | 5 |
| Illiterate Population | 97 | 37 | 60 |
Nearby Villages of Regam
Regam 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 Regam
Regam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Parlakhemundi to Regam is about 22 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Paralakhemundi to Regam 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 Regam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Regam 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 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Regam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Regam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Regam
Where is Regam located?
Regam village is located in Rayagada Tehsil, Gajapati district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Regam?
The Gram Panchayat of Regam is Lailai.
What is the pincode of Regam?
The pincode of Regam is 761215.
What is the population of Regam?
Regam has a total population of 125, including 60 males and 65 females.
How many households are there in Regam?
There are 28 households in Regam.
What is the literacy rate in Regam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Regam is 22.40%. Male literacy is 38.33% and female literacy is 7.69%.