Redhamal - Boden, Nuapada
Redhamal is a village situated in the Boden tehsil of Nuapada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 14 km from the tehsil headquarters in Boden and around 106 km from the district headquarters in Nuapada. Bhainsadani serves as the Gram Panchayat for Redhamal village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Redhamal is 422070. The village covers a total geographical area of 200 hectares and falls under the 766111 pincode. Khariar Road is the nearest town, located about 40 km away.
Redhamal village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Khariar Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Kalahandi Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Redhamal
As per Census 2011, Redhamal village has a total population of 189 people, consisting of 95 males and 94 females. The village has 52 households and a sex ratio of 989 females per 1,000 males. There are 26 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 89 literate and 100 illiterate residents. Additionally, 17 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 168 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Redhamal are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 189 | 95 | 94 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 26 | 15 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 17 | 7 | 10 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 168 | 85 | 83 |
| Literate Population | 89 | 60 | 29 |
| Illiterate Population | 100 | 35 | 65 |
Nearby Villages of Redhamal
Redhamal 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 Redhamal
Redhamal is connected by an all-weather road, while public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the village.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Khariar Road to Redhamal is about 40 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Nuapada to Redhamal is about 106 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 Redhamal
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Redhamal 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 5-10 km |
Health Facilities in Redhamal
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Redhamal 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 >10 km |
FAQs about Redhamal
Where is Redhamal located?
Redhamal village is located in Boden Tehsil, Nuapada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Redhamal?
The Gram Panchayat of Redhamal is Bhainsadani.
What is the pincode of Redhamal?
The pincode of Redhamal is 766111.
What is the population of Redhamal?
Redhamal has a total population of 189, including 95 males and 94 females.
How many households are there in Redhamal?
There are 52 households in Redhamal.
What is the literacy rate in Redhamal?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Redhamal is 47.09%. Male literacy is 63.16% and female literacy is 30.85%.