Korada - Padmanabham, Visakhapatnam
Korada is a village situated in the Padmanabham mandal of Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 10 km from the tehsil headquarters in Padmanabham and around 45 km from the district headquarters in Visakhapatnam. Korada village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korada is 586112. The village covers a total geographical area of 766 hectares and falls under the 531162 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 20 km away.
Korada village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korada
As per Census 2011, Korada village has a total population of 3,025 people, consisting of 1,523 males and 1,502 females. The village has 737 households and a sex ratio of 986 females per 1,000 males. There are 386 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,177 literate and 1,848 illiterate residents. Additionally, 81 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 3 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korada are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,025 | 1,523 | 1,502 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 386 | 197 | 189 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 81 | 42 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Literate Population | 1,177 | 692 | 485 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,848 | 831 | 1,017 |
Nearby Villages of Korada
Korada 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:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Chinnapuram | West | 1.68 km |
| Narayanarajupeta | South-East | 2.27 km |
| Tunivalasa | South-West | 2.44 km |
| Buddivalasa | North-West | 2.94 km |
| Jonnada | North-East | 3.26 km |
| Venkatapuram | South | 3.35 km |
| Reddipalle Agrahram | West | 3.90 km |
| Narasapuram | North-West | 4.01 km |
| Boddavalasa | North-East | 4.43 km |
| Ayinada | North | 4.58 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korada
Korada is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Korukonda, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 102.4 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | Available within >10 km |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Vizianagaram to Korada is about 20 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Visakhapatnam to Korada is about 45 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.3 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korada
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korada village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korada
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korada village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korada
Where is Korada located?
Korada village is located in Padmanabham Mandal, Visakhapatnam district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korada?
Korada is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korada?
The pincode of Korada is 531162.
What is the population of Korada?
Korada has a total population of 3,025, including 1,523 males and 1,502 females.
How many households are there in Korada?
There are 737 households in Korada.
What is the literacy rate in Korada?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korada is 38.91%. Male literacy is 45.44% and female literacy is 32.29%.