Rekhapai - Bishamakatak, Rayagada
Rekhapai is a village situated in the Bishamakatak tehsil of Rayagada district, Odisha. It is located approximately 29 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bishamakatak and around 35 km from the district headquarters in Rayagada . Kanabai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Rekhapai village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Rekhapai is 425446. The village covers a total geographical area of 170 hectares and falls under the 765019 pincode. Rayagada is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Rekhapai village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Bissam cuttack Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Koraput Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Rekhapai
According to the 2011 Census, Rekhapai village had a total population of 127 people, including 50 males and 77 females, living in 37 households. The sex ratio was 1,540 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 46.67%, with male literacy at 64.29% and female literacy at 34.92%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 1, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 50.
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 | 127 | 50 | 77 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 22 | 8 | 14 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 50 | 18 | 32 |
| Literate Population | 49 | 27 | 22 |
| Illiterate Population | 78 | 23 | 55 |
Nearby Villages of Rekhapai
Rekhapai 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 Rekhapai
Public transport in the Rekhapai is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| 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 Rayagada to Rekhapai is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Rayagada to Rekhapai is about 35 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 Rekhapai
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Rekhapai 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 Rekhapai
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Rekhapai 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 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Rekhapai
Where is Rekhapai located?
Rekhapai village is located in Bishamakatak Tehsil, Rayagada district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Rekhapai?
The Gram Panchayat of Rekhapai is Kanabai.
What is the pincode of Rekhapai?
The pincode of Rekhapai is 765019.
What is the population of Rekhapai?
Rekhapai had a total population of 127, including 50 males and 77 females.
How many households are there in Rekhapai?
Rekhapai had 37 households.
What is the literacy rate in Rekhapai?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Rekhapai was 46.67%. Male literacy was 64.29% and female literacy was 34.92%.