Korea - Bijaipur, Gopalganj
Korea is a village situated in the Bijaipur subdivision of Gopalganj district, Bihar. It is located approximately 5 km from the tehsil headquarters in Bijaipur and around 65 km from the district headquarters in Gopalganj. Sarupai serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korea village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korea is 229921. The village covers a total geographical area of 74 hectares and falls under the 841508 pincode. Katia is the nearest town, located about 23 km away.
Korea village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korea
As per Census 2011, Korea village has a total population of 1,493 people, consisting of 693 males and 800 females. The village has 224 households and a sex ratio of 1,154 females per 1,000 males. There are 208 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 974 literate and 519 illiterate residents. Additionally, 132 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 76 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korea are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,493 | 693 | 800 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 208 | 104 | 104 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 132 | 56 | 76 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 76 | 37 | 39 |
| Literate Population | 974 | 503 | 471 |
| Illiterate Population | 519 | 190 | 329 |
Nearby Villages of Korea
Korea 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 Korea
Public transport in the Korea is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is located within >10 km of Korea.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| 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 Katia to Korea is about 23 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Gopalganj to Korea is about 65 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korea
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korea 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 Korea
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korea 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 <1 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within <1 km |
FAQs about Korea
Where is Korea located?
Korea village is located in Bijaipur Subdivision, Gopalganj district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korea?
The Gram Panchayat of Korea is Sarupai.
What is the pincode of Korea?
The pincode of Korea is 841508.
What is the population of Korea?
Korea has a total population of 1,493, including 693 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Korea?
There are 224 households in Korea.
What is the literacy rate in Korea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korea is 65.24%. Male literacy is 72.58% and female literacy is 58.88%.