Redam - Jamda, Mayurbhanj

Redam is a village situated in the Jamda tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 13 km from Bahalda and around 105 km from Baripada. Moranda serves as the Gram Panchayat for Redam village.

As per Census 2011, the village code of Redam is 387520. The village covers a total geographical area of 267 hectares and falls under the 757046 pincode. Rairangpur is the nearest town, located about 24 km away.

Redam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Rairangpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.

Population of Redam

According to the 2011 Census, Redam village had a total population of 669 people, including 333 males and 336 females, living in 175 households. The sex ratio was 1,009 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 67.96%, with male literacy at 82.44% and female literacy at 53.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 21, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 554.

The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.

Nearby Villages of Redam

Redam 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:

Transport and Connectivity of Redam

Redam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Charmal, while the nearest airport is Hirakud Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 53.0 km.

In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rairangpur to Redam is about 24 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Redam is about 105 km, with the usual travel time around ~3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.

Banking and Postal Services in Redam

Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Redam village is detailed below:

Health Facilities in Redam

Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Redam village are given below:

FAQs about Redam