Korwan - Gaya Town C.D.Block, Gaya
Korwan is a village situated in the Gaya Town C.D.Block subdivision of Gaya district, Bihar. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Gaya Town C.d.block and around 12 km from the district headquarters in Gaya. Korwan village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korwan is 255357. The village covers a total geographical area of 86 hectares and falls under the 823001 pincode. Gaya is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Korwan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Belaganj Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Gaya Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Korwan
According to the 2011 Census, Korwan village had a total population of 1,703 people, including 889 males and 814 females, living in 298 households. The sex ratio was 916 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 64.10%, with male literacy at 75.23% and female literacy at 51.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 530.
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 | 1,703 | 889 | 814 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 277 | 142 | 135 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 530 | 269 | 261 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 914 | 562 | 352 |
| Illiterate Population | 789 | 327 | 462 |
Nearby Villages of Korwan
Korwan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Dhakain | North | 0.80 km |
| Channa | West | 0.85 km |
| Chhattu Badh | South-East | 0.99 km |
| Balna | East | 1.02 km |
| Dabbo | North | 1.41 km |
| Chiraiatanr | South | 1.46 km |
| Murkatta | North-East | 1.51 km |
| Agraili | South-East | 1.70 km |
| Amraha | North | 2.32 km |
| Kasma | North-West | 2.37 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korwan
Korwan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Chakand, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 117.8 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | Yes | Available within village |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Gaya to Korwan is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korwan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korwan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | Yes | Available within village |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korwan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korwan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Korwan
Where is Korwan located?
Korwan village is located in Gaya Town C.D.Block Subdivision, Gaya district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korwan?
Korwan is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Korwan?
The pincode of Korwan is 823001.
What is the population of Korwan?
Korwan had a total population of 1,703, including 889 males and 814 females.
How many households are there in Korwan?
Korwan had 298 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korwan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korwan was 64.10%. Male literacy was 75.23% and female literacy was 51.84%.