Korlam - Merakamudidam, Vizianagaram
Korlam is a village situated in the Merakamudidam mandal of Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh. It is located approximately 6 km from the tehsil headquarters in Merakamudidam and around 42 km from the district headquarters in Vizianagaram. Korlam village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korlam is 582633. The village covers a total geographical area of 481 hectares and falls under the 535128 pincode. Vizianagaram is the nearest town, located about 42 km away.
Korlam village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korlam
As per Census 2011, Korlam village has a total population of 1,124 people, consisting of 559 males and 565 females. The village has 276 households and a sex ratio of 1,010 females per 1,000 males. There are 111 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 520 literate and 604 illiterate residents. Additionally, 67 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 34 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korlam are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,124 | 559 | 565 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 111 | 46 | 65 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 67 | 28 | 39 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 34 | 14 | 20 |
| Literate Population | 520 | 320 | 200 |
| Illiterate Population | 604 | 239 | 365 |
Nearby Villages of Korlam
Korlam 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Kunchigumadam | South-West | 1.42 km |
| Kothakarra | North-West | 1.65 km |
| Billalavalasa | South-East | 1.83 km |
| Badam | North | 1.96 km |
| Bhagirathipuram Agraharam | North-East | 2.48 km |
| Singavaram | South-West | 2.63 km |
| Kondadadi | East | 2.75 km |
| Budarayavalasa | North-West | 2.79 km |
| Gopannavalasa | North | 3.04 km |
| Ippalavalasa | South | 3.36 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korlam
Korlam is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chipurupalle, while the nearest airport is Jeypore Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 88.6 km.
| 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 Vizianagaram to Korlam is about 42 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.2 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korlam
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korlam village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Korlam
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korlam village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Korlam
Where is Korlam located?
Korlam village is located in Merakamudidam Mandal, Vizianagaram district, Andhra Pradesh, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korlam?
Korlam is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korlam?
The pincode of Korlam is 535128.
What is the population of Korlam?
Korlam has a total population of 1,124, including 559 males and 565 females.
How many households are there in Korlam?
There are 276 households in Korlam.
What is the literacy rate in Korlam?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korlam is 46.26%. Male literacy is 57.25% and female literacy is 35.40%.