Korawan - Naubatpur, Patna
Korawan is a village situated in the Naubatpur subdivision of Patna district, Bihar. It is located approximately 3 km from the tehsil headquarters in Naubatpur and around 20 km from the district headquarters in Patna. Jamalpura serves as the Gram Panchayat for Korawan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Korawan is 245522. The village covers a total geographical area of 240 hectares and falls under the 801109 pincode. Naubatpur is the nearest town, located about 3 km away.
Korawan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Korawan
As per Census 2011, Korawan village has a total population of 2,073 people, consisting of 1,087 males and 986 females. The village has 298 households and a sex ratio of 907 females per 1,000 males. There are 310 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 1,197 literate and 876 illiterate residents. Additionally, 318 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 1 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Korawan are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,073 | 1,087 | 986 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 310 | 165 | 145 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 318 | 171 | 147 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 1 | 1 | - |
| Literate Population | 1,197 | 739 | 458 |
| Illiterate Population | 876 | 348 | 528 |
Nearby Villages of Korawan
Korawan 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) |
|---|---|---|
| Adla | West | 1.35 km |
| Abgilla | South | 1.43 km |
| Bhagwanpur | North-West | 1.79 km |
| Sarasat | West | 1.99 km |
| Bichhedi | South | 2.04 km |
| Kalapur | North-West | 2.16 km |
| Chechaul | South-East | 2.22 km |
| Ajawan | North-East | 2.29 km |
| Chara | North | 2.61 km |
| Tanrwan | South-West | 2.67 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Korawan
Korawan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws. The nearest railway station is Sadisopur, while the nearest airport is Muzaffarpur Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 64.5 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| 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 Naubatpur to Korawan is about 3 km, with a usual travel time of around 5-10 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Patna to Korawan is about 20 km, with the usual travel time around 30-60 minutes. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Korawan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Korawan 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 | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Korawan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Korawan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
FAQs about Korawan
Where is Korawan located?
Korawan village is located in Naubatpur Subdivision, Patna district, Bihar, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Korawan?
The Gram Panchayat of Korawan is Jamalpura.
What is the pincode of Korawan?
The pincode of Korawan is 801109.
What is the population of Korawan?
Korawan has a total population of 2,073, including 1,087 males and 986 females.
How many households are there in Korawan?
There are 298 households in Korawan.
What is the literacy rate in Korawan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Korawan is 57.74%. Male literacy is 67.99% and female literacy is 46.45%.