Korian - Asarganj, Munger
Korian is a village situated in the Asarganj subdivision of Munger district, Bihar. It is located approximately 4 km from the tehsil headquarters in Asarganj and around 38 km from the district headquarters in Munger. Sajua serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korian village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korian is 243081. The village covers a total geographical area of 292 hectares and falls under the 813213 pincode. Munger is the nearest town, located about 38 km away.
Korian village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Mukhiya serving as the elected head.
Population of Korian
According to the 2011 Census, Korian village had a total population of 3,702 people, including 1,977 males and 1,725 females, living in 699 households. The sex ratio was 873 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 68.53%, with male literacy at 78.13% and female literacy at 57.16%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 88.
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 | 3,702 | 1,977 | 1,725 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 683 | 340 | 343 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 88 | 37 | 51 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 2,069 | 1,279 | 790 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,633 | 698 | 935 |
Nearby Villages of Korian
Korian 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Sajua Jagirdari | South-West | 0.81 km |
| Kamrain | East | 1.21 km |
| Chapha Milik | South | 1.29 km |
| Sajua | South-West | 1.50 km |
| Damodarpur | South-East | 1.73 km |
| Gopalpur | East | 1.81 km |
| Sadpur | South-East | 2.18 km |
| Madhopur Inglish | East | 2.36 km |
| Kumaitha | South | 2.61 km |
| Parsotimpur Satgharia | West | 2.65 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korian
Korian is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sultanganj, while the nearest airport is Malda Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 119.1 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 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 Munger to Korian is about 38 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korian
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korian village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 1-2 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within <1 km |
Health Facilities in Korian
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korian 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) | Yes | Available within village |
FAQs about Korian
Where is Korian located?
Korian village is located in Asarganj Subdivision, Munger district, Bihar, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Korian?
The Gram Panchayat of Korian is Sajua.
What is the pincode of Korian?
The pincode of Korian is 813213.
What is the population of Korian?
Korian had a total population of 3,702, including 1,977 males and 1,725 females.
How many households are there in Korian?
Korian had 699 households.
What is the literacy rate in Korian?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korian was 68.53%. Male literacy was 78.13% and female literacy was 57.16%.