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 Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Korea
According to the 2011 Census, Korea village had a total population of 1,493 people, including 693 males and 800 females, living in 224 households. The sex ratio was 1,154 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 75.80%, with male literacy at 85.40% and female literacy at 67.67%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 132, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 76.
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 | 1,493 | 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 had a total population of 1,493, including 693 males and 800 females.
How many households are there in Korea?
Korea had 224 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korea?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korea was 75.80%. Male literacy was 85.40% and female literacy was 67.67%.