Rekhapali - Chitrakonda, Malkangiri
Rekhapali is a village situated in the Chitrakonda tehsil of Malkangiri district, Odisha. It is located approximately 60 km from the tehsil headquarters in Chitrakonda and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Malkangiri . Badapadar serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rekhapali village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rekhapali is 430667. The village covers a total geographical area of 369 hectares and falls under the 764052 pincode. Balimela is the nearest town, located about 26 km away.
Rekhapali village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Chitrakonda Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Nabarangpur Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rekhapali
According to the 2011 Census, Rekhapali village had a total population of 590 people, including 284 males and 306 females, living in 156 households. The sex ratio was 1,077 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 22.13%, with male literacy at 37.33% and female literacy at 8.16%. The Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 590.
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 | 590 | 284 | 306 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 120 | 59 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 590 | 284 | 306 |
| Literate Population | 104 | 84 | 20 |
| Illiterate Population | 486 | 200 | 286 |
Nearby Villages of Rekhapali
Rekhapali 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 Rekhapali
Public transport facilities are available within >10 km of the Rekhapali.
| 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 Balimela to Rekhapali is about 26 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Malkangiri to Rekhapali is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Rekhapali
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rekhapali 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 Rekhapali
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rekhapali 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 Rekhapali
Where is Rekhapali located?
Rekhapali village is located in Chitrakonda Tehsil, Malkangiri district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rekhapali?
The Gram Panchayat of Rekhapali is Badapadar.
What is the pincode of Rekhapali?
The pincode of Rekhapali is 764052.
What is the population of Rekhapali?
Rekhapali had a total population of 590, including 284 males and 306 females.
How many households are there in Rekhapali?
Rekhapali had 156 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rekhapali?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rekhapali was 22.13%. Male literacy was 37.33% and female literacy was 8.16%.