Redam - Ulunda, Sonepur
Redam is a village situated in the Ulunda tehsil of Sonepur district, Odisha. It is located approximately 25 km from Biramaharajpur and around 35 km from Subarnapur. Kotsamalai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Redam village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Redam is 419285. The village covers a total geographical area of 95 hectares and falls under the 767018 pincode. Sonapur is the nearest town, located about 15 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 Birmaharajpur Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Bolangir Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Redam
As per Census 2011, Redam village has a total population of 314 people, consisting of 167 males and 147 females. The village has 75 households and a sex ratio of 880 females per 1,000 males. There are 40 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 224 literate and 90 illiterate residents. Additionally, 68 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 9 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Redam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 314 | 167 | 147 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 68 | 38 | 30 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 9 | 5 | 4 |
| Literate Population | 224 | 136 | 88 |
| Illiterate Population | 90 | 31 | 59 |
Nearby Villages of Redam
Redam 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 Redam
Redam 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 Sonapur to Redam is about 15 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Subarnapur to Redam 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 Redam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Redam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
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:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Redam
Where is Redam located?
Redam village is located in Ulunda Tehsil, Sonepur district, Odisha, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Redam?
The Gram Panchayat of Redam is Kotsamalai.
What is the pincode of Redam?
The pincode of Redam is 767018.
What is the population of Redam?
Redam has a total population of 314, including 167 males and 147 females.
How many households are there in Redam?
There are 75 households in Redam.
What is the literacy rate in Redam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Redam is 71.34%. Male literacy is 81.44% and female literacy is 59.86%.